Banana Split Fluff Salad
Banana Split Fluff Salad is a creamy, fruity dessert that combines the flavors of a classic banana split with a light, fluffy texture. Easy to make and highly customizable, it’s a fun and crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box 3.4 ounces instant banana pudding
- 1 can 20 ounces crushed pineapple (do not drain)
- 1 container 8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup finely chopped walnuts plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips plus 1 tablespoon for garnish
- 2 ripe bananas sliced
- 2 jars 10 ounces each maraschino cherries, halved and patted dry
Instructions
- Mix the dry pudding mix and pineapple together until dissolved and thickened.
- Use a spatula to fold in the Cool Whip.
- Carefully stir in the marshmallows, ½ cup of chopped nuts, ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, bananas, and cherries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Before serving, top with the reserved nuts and chips. Serve immediately.
Notes
If you're preparing this fluff salad in advance, add the bananas just before serving to prevent them from browning and becoming mushy.
Alternatively, you can dip the banana slices in lemon juice to slow down browning, though this may introduce a subtle lemon flavor to the dessert.
Alternatively, you can dip the banana slices in lemon juice to slow down browning, though this may introduce a subtle lemon flavor to the dessert.