Description

This Banana Split Fluff Salad is a delightful and creamy no-bake dessert combining banana cream pudding, fresh fruit, nuts, marshmallows, and whipped topping for a light, fluffy texture. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, it captures the classic flavors of a banana split in a refreshing and easy-to-make salad.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

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

Fruits & Mix-ins

1 (10 ounces) jar maraschino cherries (without stems), drained and halved
1 cup diced fresh strawberries
2 bananas, halved and sliced

Additional Ingredients

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
1 cup miniature marshmallows
½ cup miniature chocolate chips
1 (8 ounces) container whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the banana cream instant pudding with the crushed pineapple including the juice. Stir well until the pudding mix is fully incorporated and the mixture begins to thicken.
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 everything is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Fold in the Whipped Topping: Gently fold in half of the whipped topping until evenly mixed to maintain lightness. Then add the remaining whipped topping and fold again until fully combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve the fluffy texture.
Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to firm up nicely.
Serve and Enjoy: Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Optionally garnish with extra chocolate chips, nuts, or cherries. Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful treat.

Notes

For best results, chill the salad for at least 2 hours before serving so it fully sets.
Fresh strawberries add a vibrant flavor, but can be substituted with other berries if desired.
Use walnuts or pecans depending on your preference or nut availability.
To keep the salad light and fluffy, be careful not to overmix when folding in the whipped topping.
Optional garnishes like extra chocolate chips, nuts, or cherries add a nice decorative touch.
This salad is best served cold and eaten within 1-2 days for freshness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Banana Split Fluff Salad, no-bake dessert, banana pudding salad, fruit salad dessert, creamy banana dessert