Healthy Holiday Fun: How to Make Strawberry Santas

Looking for a festive, healthy treat to celebrate the holiday season? Aylo Health has the perfect recipe for you—Strawberry Santas! These fun, nutritious snacks combine strawberries, bananas, and ricotta cheese for a holiday twist that’s as tasty as it is good for you. Plus, they provide essential nutrients like potassium and vitamin D, which can help keep your blood pressure in check during the holiday hustle.

The Health Benefits

• Strawberries: Packed with potassium, strawberries can help lower blood pressure, making them a great choice for holiday snacking.
• Bananas: Another source of potassium, bananas are a heart-healthy addition that also provides natural sweetness.
• Ricotta Cheese: A good source of protein and vitamin D, ricotta helps you stay full and energized during the busy season.

How to Make Strawberry Santas

1. Wash and Prep Your Strawberries: Start by thoroughly washing your strawberries and removing the leaves.
2. Cut the Base: Slice a piece off the bottom of each strawberry to give it a flat base for assembly.
3. Slice the Banana: Cut the banana into even slices for the middle layer of your Santa.
4. Whip the Ricotta: Whip ricotta cheese with a fork or whisk for a smoother, more spreadable consistency.
5. Assemble Your Santas: Layer a slice of strawberry, a bit of whipped ricotta, a banana slice, and finish with the strawberry top as Santa’s hat.
6. Add Eyes: Use edible gel icing to give your Strawberry Santas a cheerful face.
7. Enjoy: Share these healthy holiday treats with your family and friends for a festive snack!

Happy Holidays from Aylo Health!

This holiday season, celebrate with fun and nutritious snacks that support your health. For more tips on staying healthy during the holidays, visit our blog https://aylohealth.com/aylo-insights/blog/