Sweet Breakfast Kabobs With Honey-Yogurt Dipping Sauce

These refreshing Sweet Breakfast Kabobs with Honey-Yogurt Dipping Sauce are a fun, healthy, and easy way to serve up a colorful meal. This simple recipe is made with a variety of fresh fruit like strawberries, melon, pineapple, and grapes. The result is a bright, sweet, and perfectly balanced breakfast or brunch dish. This recipe is perfect for a light summer meal or a fun weekend brunch and makes about 8 kabobs, enough for 4-6 people.

Sweet Breakfast Kabobs Ingredients

For the Kabobs:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew melon, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 cup strawberries, hulled and left whole or halved
• 1 cup seedless red or green grapes
• 8 wooden or metal skewers

For the Honey-Yogurt Sauce:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey (or more to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

How To Make Sweet Breakfast Kabobs

1. Prepare the honey-yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Cover the sauce and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
2. Prepare the fruit: Wash all the fruit thoroughly. Cut the pineapple and melon into bite-sized chunks. Hull the strawberries and leave them whole or cut them in half if they are very large.
3. Assemble the kabobs: Carefully thread the prepared fruit onto the skewers, alternating the different fruits to create a colorful and attractive pattern. You can do this randomly or follow a specific pattern for a more uniform look.
4. Serve immediately: Arrange the assembled fruit kabobs on a platter. Serve them with the chilled honey-yogurt sauce on the side for dipping.

Recipe Tips

• Choose firm fruit: When selecting your fruit, choose pieces that are firm but ripe. This will make it easier to thread them onto the skewers without them falling apart.
• Customize your fruit: This recipe is very flexible. Feel free to use your favorite fruits or whatever is in season. Other great options include kiwi, banana (add just before serving to prevent browning), mango, or blueberries.
• Prevent browning: If you are using fruits that tend to brown quickly, like bananas, wait to add them to the kabobs until just before serving. A little squeeze of lemon juice on the fruit can also help prevent browning.
• Make ahead of time: You can prepare the fruit and the honey-yogurt dipping sauce up to a day in advance. Store the cut fruit in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Assemble the kabobs just before serving to keep the fruit fresh and vibrant.

What To Serve With These Kabobs

These fruit kabobs are a fantastic addition to any breakfast or brunch spread. Their sweet, light nature pairs perfectly with savory dishes like scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, or sausage links. For a more decadent touch, you could serve them alongside a stack of fluffy pancakes or waffles. To round out the meal, a simple basket of muffins, a coffee cake, or some warm biscuits would also be a great choice.

How To Store Breakfast Kabob Leftovers

• Refrigerate: The assembled kabobs and the dipping sauce are best when fresh. If you have leftovers, store the kabobs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. The sauce will also keep for up to 3 days in a sealed container in the fridge. The fruit may begin to soften slightly over time.
• Freeze: It is not recommended to freeze these kabobs, as the fruit will lose its firm texture and become mushy after thawing. The honey-yogurt sauce also does not freeze well.

Sweet Breakfast Kabobs Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 2 kabobs with sauce

• Calories: 185 kcal
• Total Fat: 2g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 5mg
• Sodium: 45mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 38g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 32g
• Protein: 6g

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use a different type of yogurt? Yes, you can use any plain yogurt you like. However, Greek yogurt is recommended because its thicker consistency helps the sauce cling to the fruit without being too runny. You could also use a vanilla-flavored yogurt and simply omit the vanilla extract.
• What kind of skewers should I use? You can use either wooden or metal skewers. If you are using wooden skewers, it is a good idea to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before assembling the kabobs. This prevents them from splintering and makes it easier to slide the fruit on and off.
• Can I make these savory? While these are designed to be sweet, you could make a savory version! Try threading on grape tomatoes, cubes of fresh mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil leaves for a Caprese-style kabob. Drizzle with balsamic glaze instead of the yogurt sauce.

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