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Banana Split Fluff Salad: The Easiest No-Bake Dessert

Recipe by Evelyn Marcella Rivera

This creamy, dreamy Banana Split Fluff Salad captures all the flavors of the classic ice cream parlor treat in an easy, make-ahead form. Loaded with bananas, cherries, strawberries, chocolate chips, and nuts folded into fluffy whipped topping, it’s the perfect potluck dessert!

  • Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1 box banana cream instant pudding (3.4 ounces)
  • 20 oz crushed pineapple (with juice, do not drain)

Mix-Ins

  • 10 oz maraschino cherries (stemless, drained and halved)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced)
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows
  • 0.5 cup pecans or walnuts (chopped)
  • 0.5 cup miniature chocolate chips
  • 2 medium bananas (halved and sliced)

Topping

  • 8 oz whipped topping (thawed)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the banana cream instant pudding with the crushed pineapple including all the juice. Stir until the pudding mix is fully incorporated and begins to thicken.
  2. Add the Mix-Ins: Add the halved maraschino cherries, diced strawberries, miniature marshmallows, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and sliced bananas. Stir everything together until evenly distributed.
  3. Fold in the Whipped Topping: Gently fold in half of the whipped topping until evenly mixed. Then add the remaining whipped topping and fold again until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the light and fluffy texture.
  4. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together and the salad to firm up.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir. Garnish with extra chocolate chips, nuts, or cherries if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

Do not drain the pineapple! The juice is essential for activating the pudding and creating the creamy base. Slice bananas right before adding to prevent browning.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 32
  • Fat: 11
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 2

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