Easy Red White and Blue Fruit Skewers with Cheesecake Yogurt Dip are the ideal no-bake dessert for warm weather gatherings.
Red White and Blue Fruit Skewers
If you need a quick, crowd-pleasing dessert that requires almost no effort, this is it. Fresh strawberries and blueberries paired with cubes of angel food cake make colorful, handheld skewers that are perfect for Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day or any summer party. The simple cheesecake-style yogurt dip brightens the fruit and keeps the treat feeling lighter than a traditional dessert.
There’s something about putting fruit on a stick that makes it instantly more fun. My youngest couldn’t wait to try them—her eyes lit up when she saw the skewers. I wanted a dip that tasted like cheesecake but used healthier ingredients, so I combined yogurt, a little cream cheese, vanilla and sugar. The result tastes like a light, tangy cheesecake and pairs beautifully with strawberries and cake.
Make Ahead
This recipe works well for feeding a large group. You can prepare the dip the night before and keep it refrigerated. Assemble the skewers the morning of your event and refrigerate them on a platter until serving. Assembled skewers hold up well for a few hours in the refrigerator, making them easy to prepare ahead of time for parties and barbecues.
Variations
- Skip the skewers and serve the fruit and cake cubes in a large bowl or on a platter with the dip for a simpler presentation.
- Substitute pound cake or a gluten-free cake for the angel food cake if you prefer a different texture or need a gluten-free option.
- Switch up the fruit: raspberries or halved grapes can be used in place of or alongside blueberries and strawberries for more variety.
Red White and Blue Fruit Skewers with Cheesecake Yogurt Dip
Prep time: 20 mins • Cook time: 0 mins • Total time: 20 mins
Yield: 24 servings • Serving size: 1 skewer + 1 tbsp dip
Ingredients
For the cheesecake dipping sauce:
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup raw sugar (or to taste)
For the skewers:
- 14 oz angel food cake, cut into ~1-inch cubes
- 72–84 medium strawberries, stems removed (about 3.5 lbs)
- 1 pint blueberries
- 24–28 wooden skewers
Instructions
- Make the dip: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the yogurt, vanilla and sugar. Whisk or beat until smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Chill the dip until serving.
- Prep the fruit and cake: Rinse and dry the strawberries and blueberries. Remove strawberry stems and cut any large strawberries in half if desired. Cut the angel food cake into uniform 1-inch cubes.
- Assemble the skewers: Thread the skewer with 3 strawberries and 2 cubes of cake, alternating between fruit and cake pieces to create the red-and-white pattern. Finish each skewer by adding 3 blueberries at the tip to form the blue section.
- Arrange and chill: Place the finished skewers on a platter and refrigerate until ready to serve. Keep the dip chilled and serve in small bowls alongside the skewers for easy dipping.
Tips
- Use firm strawberries so they hold on the skewer without falling apart. If berries are very large, halve them for better balance.
- For a cleaner presentation, cut cake cubes ahead of time and keep them covered so they don’t dry out.
- To make assembly faster for a crowd, set up an assembly line: cake cubes, strawberries, blueberries and skewers in separate bowls and have helpers thread in sequence.
Serving Suggestions
These skewers are a refreshing dessert or snack at summer gatherings and pair well with other light desserts, iced tea or lemonade. Arrange them on a large tray for a patriotic centerpiece or place them in a standing display for easy grabbing.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories: 105 kcal • Carbohydrates: 18.5 g • Protein: 3 g • Fat: 2.5 g • Fiber: 2 g • Sugar: 7 g
If you try this recipe, please share your experience or a photo in the comments — it’s always helpful to know what worked well or what variations you used. Enjoy these bright, no-bake skewers at your next summer celebration!