Banana Split Fluff Salad
The Banana Split Fluff Salad is a sweet and creamy dessert salad inspired by the classic banana split sundae. It combines a delightful blend of fruit, marshmallows, whipped cream, and cherries to create a no-bake dessert perfect for potlucks, parties, or family gatherings. This light, fruity, and colorful treat brings all the favorite flavors of a banana split into a fun, shareable salad that is sure to please both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 1 box 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 1/2 cups cold milk
- 1 container 8 oz whipped topping
- 2 bananas sliced
- 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries halved
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup optional
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined and fluffy.
- Stir in the sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, and halved maraschino cherries.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
- Before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the fruit mix by adding or omitting ingredients like pineapples, strawberries, or nuts depending on personal preferences.
- For a healthier version, substitute whipped cream with yogurt or a lighter whipped topping.
- The salad can be chilled in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving for a more refreshing taste.
- To prevent bananas from browning, toss them in a bit of lemon juice before adding them to the salad.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts.