Banana Split Fluff Salad
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This Banana Split Fluff Salad is creamy, sweet, and packed with marshmallows, fresh fruit, and classic sundae toppings. It’s like your favorite banana split got a fun, fluffy makeover!
Banana Split Fluff Salad Recipe
I absolutely love this Banana Split Fluff Salad because it has all decadence of a banana split without the melted ice cream mess. With bananas, pineapple, fluffy marshmallows and whipped cream, it’s a light, airy dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious!
Whether I’m serving it at a party or just treating my family, this amazing dessert always steals the show. The mouthwatering mix of flavors, textures, and colors makes it impossible for anyone (including me!) to resist, no matter the occasion.
For even more banana split goodness, be sure and check out my easy Banana Split Cake!
Why We Love This Recipe
- Easy dessert recipe: With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this sweet banana split salad without even turning on the oven.
- Perfect for sharing: I love this for potlucks, family gatherings, or anytime I need a quick dessert to feed a crowd.
- Customizable toppings: Feel free to add a little extra chocolate, a sprinkle of nuts, or even more marshmallows to make it your own.
Ingredients
- Instant banana pudding mix – prepared according to the box directions
- Cool Whip
- Crushed pineapple (very well drained)
- Sliced bananas
- Mini Marshmallows
- Sliced Strawberries
- Maraschino Cherries
- Mini Hershey Bars
- Nut Ice Cream Topping
- Rainbow Sprinkles
How To Make Banana Split Fluff
Step 1. Start by adding your prepared pudding into a large bowl. Gently fold in the Cool Whip and the marshmallows (set aside a few tablespoons of the Cool Whip for garnish).
Step 2. Next, fold in the crushed pineapple and bananas until well combined.
Step 3. Pour the mixture into your serving dish.
Step 4. Top with strawberries and a few additional marshmallows.
Step 5. Add your Hershey bars, nuts, and sprinkles. You can use as many or as few toppings as you like.
Step 6. Garnish with a few more banana slices, cherries and extra Cool Whip.
Serve and enjoy!
Storage Instructions
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days. The bananas may begin to soften slightly but will still taste great. This fluff recipe isn’t ideal for freezing because the texture will become runny when thawed.
Variations and Add-ins
- Other fruit: Add other types of berries or mandarin oranges for more fruity goodness.
- Chocolate drizzle: Swirl in a little melted chocolate or hot fudge sauce for extra classic banana split flavors.
- Chopped nuts: Walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch and complement the flavors.
- Mini chocolate chips: Sprinkle chips on top or mix them into the pudding mixture for an extra chocolatey touch.
- Low-sugar option: Use sugar-free pudding and whipped topping for a lighter version.
- Crushed cookies: Add crushed graham crackers or vanilla wafers for extra texture.
- Caramel drizzle: A drizzle of caramel sauce makes it even more decadent.
- Instant pudding flavors: Try swapping banana pudding for chocolate or vanilla pudding for a new twist on this classic dessert.
FAQs
Sure! You can swap the Cool Whip for your favorite homemade whipped cream recipe if you prefer. For a slightly sweeter and richer option, you can make a Stabilized Whipped Cream instead of cool whip.
To prevent browning, you can dip the banana slices in lemon juice or pineapple juice before adding them to the dessert salad.
Yes! You can make this easy recipe up to a day in advance. Just add the toppings right before serving to keep it fresh and flavorful.
More Easy Dessert Salad Recipes
- Easy Cranberry Fluff
- Creamy Fruit Salad with Cool Whip
- Easy Pineapple Fluff Salad
- Banana Pudding Fluff
- Easy Oreo Fluff
- Easy Blueberry Fluff
Banana Split Fluff Salad
Ingredients
- 1 box prepared banana pudding 3.4 ounce size
- 8 ounces Cool Whip
- 1 1/4 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 2 bananas sliced
- 4 strawberries quartered
- 7-8 maraschino cherries
- 8 mini Hershey bars
- nut topping
- rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Start by adding your prepared pudding into a large bowl. Gently fold in the Cool Whip and the marshmallows (set aside a few tablespoons of the Cool Whip for garnish).1 box prepared banana pudding, 8 ounces Cool Whip, 1 1/4 cups mini marshmallows
- Next, fold in the crushed pineapple and bananas until well combined.1 cup crushed pineapple, 2 bananas
- Pour the mixture into your serving dish.
- Top with strawberries and a few additional marshmallows.4 strawberries
- Add your Hershey bars, nuts, and sprinkles. You can use as many or as few toppings as you like.8 mini Hershey bars, nut topping, rainbow sprinkles
- Garnish with a few more banana slices, cherries and extra Cool Whip.7-8 maraschino cherries
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