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Banana Split Fluff Salad Recipe

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4.5 from 76 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Banana Split Fluff Salad is a delightful, no-bake dessert combining banana cream pudding, crushed pineapple, fresh and jarred fruits, marshmallows, nuts, chocolate chips, and whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings, it offers a light, fluffy, and fruity treat that’s easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 (3.4 ounces) box banana cream instant pudding
  • 1 (20 ounces) can crushed pineapple with juice

Fruits and Mix-Ins

  • 1 (10 ounces) jar maraschino cherries (without stems), drained and halved
  • 1 cup diced fresh strawberries
  • 2 bananas, halved and sliced
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • ½ cup miniature chocolate chips

Topping

  • 1 (8 ounces) container whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

  1. Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the banana cream instant pudding mix with the crushed pineapple and its juice. Stir well until the pudding mix is completely incorporated and the mixture begins to thicken.
  2. Add the Mix-Ins: Add the maraschino cherries, diced strawberries, miniature marshmallows, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and sliced bananas to the bowl. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
  3. Fold in the Whipped Topping: Carefully fold in half of the whipped topping until incorporated evenly. Then add the remaining whipped topping and fold again; avoid overmixing to maintain the salad’s light, fluffy texture.
  4. Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld together and the salad to firm up nicely.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Before serving, gently stir the salad once more. Optionally, garnish with extra chocolate chips, nuts, or cherries. Serve chilled for a refreshing dessert experience.

Notes

  • Make It Healthier: Substitute whipped topping with Greek yogurt or a light whipped topping alternative.
  • Add More Fruit: Incorporate other tropical fruits such as mango chunks or mandarin orange segments for variety.
  • Make It Nut-Free: Omit nuts or replace with sunflower seeds for crunch if allergic.
  • Use Fresh Whipped Cream: Whip heavy cream with vanilla and sugar at home for a fresh homemade touch.
  • Chocolate Drizzle: Enhance presentation and flavor by drizzling melted chocolate or caramel sauce on top.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container up to 3 days; bananas may brown slightly but flavor remains good.
  • Do not freeze this salad due to whipped topping and fresh fruit texture changes.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: banana split fluff salad, banana pudding salad, easy no-bake dessert, summer fruit salad, whipped topping dessert, banana dessert recipe

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