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Banana Split Fluff Dessert Recipe

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This Banana Split Fluff Dessert is a delightful, no-bake treat that combines the flavors of banana pudding, fresh fruits, marshmallows, chocolate, and nuts in a creamy, fluffy base. Perfect for parties or an easy family dessert, it features a chilled, luscious mix of banana pudding with crushed pineapple juice, whipped topping, fresh bananas, strawberries, mini marshmallows, maraschino cherries, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts. Garnished with whipped cream and sprinkles, it’s a vibrant and fun twist on the classic banana split.

Ingredients

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Banana Pudding Base

  • 96 grams instant banana pudding mix
  • 1134 grams crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
  • 226 grams whipped topping, thawed

Fruit and Mix-ins

  • 3 large ripe bananas, sliced
  • 454 grams fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 4 cups mini marshmallows
  • 284 grams maraschino cherries, drained well, divided
  • 85 grams semisweet chocolate chips, plus extra for topping
  • 64 grams chopped peanuts or walnuts, plus extra for topping

Garnish

  • Whipped cream, for garnish
  • Sprinkles, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix Pudding Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the instant banana pudding mix and all the juice from the crushed pineapple until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  2. Incorporate Whipped Topping: Gently fold the thawed whipped topping into the pudding-pineapple mixture until fully blended and uniformly combined.
  3. Combine Fruit and Mix-ins: Add the sliced bananas, chopped strawberries, mini marshmallows, two-thirds of the drained maraschino cherries, semisweet chocolate chips, and chopped nuts. Fold the mixture gently until all components are evenly coated without crushing the fruits.
  4. Set Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, then refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and the texture to set into a fluff dessert.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top the dessert with the reserved maraschino cherries, extra chocolate chips, additional chopped nuts, dollops of whipped cream, and colorful sprinkles as desired to add a festive touch.

Notes

  • This dessert is best served chilled, so refrigeration time is important to achieve the ideal fluffy texture.
  • Use ripe bananas and fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Chopping nuts and chocolate chips on top adds a nice crunch contrast to the soft fluff.
  • You can substitute walnuts with peanuts or other nuts based on preference or allergy considerations.
  • For a dairy-free version, opt for non-dairy whipped topping and pudding mix alternatives.
  • Leftovers should be stored covered in the refrigerator and consumed within 2 days for freshness.

Keywords: banana split fluff dessert, no bake dessert, banana pudding dessert, fruit fluff, party dessert, easy banana dessert

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