Description
Banana Split Fluff is a delightful, no-bake dessert combining creamy instant vanilla pudding with whipped topping and a medley of fresh fruits, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips. This easy-to-make fruit salad dessert is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or any time you crave a refreshing sweet treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1/2 cup cold milk
Fruits & Add-ins
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Garnish
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare pudding mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until the mixture starts to thicken slightly.
- Combine with whipped topping: Fold the tub of whipped topping into the pudding mixture gently until smooth and fully combined, forming the creamy base.
- Add fruits and mix-ins: Carefully stir in the drained crushed pineapple, sliced bananas, chopped strawberries, mini marshmallows, mini chocolate chips, and nuts if using, ensuring even distribution without mashing the fruits.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set properly.
- Serve: Spoon the fluff into individual bowls or dessert dishes, then top each serving with a maraschino cherry just before serving for a classic banana split touch.
Notes
- You can adjust the number of bananas to your taste for more or less banana flavor.
- Omit the nuts for a nut-free version, perfect for those with nut allergies.
- Best enjoyed the same day it’s made as the bananas may brown and change the appearance over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
