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Banana Split Fluff Salad

Banana Split Fluff Salad

Banana Split Fluff Salad is a fun, fruity, no-bake dessert that captures all the flavors of a classic banana split in a light, creamy salad. It’s sweet, colorful, and perfect for potlucks, summer picnics, or any occasion where you want a dessert that’s easy to make and guaranteed to disappear fast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Mix the dry pudding mix and pineapple together until dissolved and thickened.
  2. Use a spatula to fold in the Cool Whip.
  3. Carefully stir in the marshmallows, ½ cup of chopped nuts, ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, bananas, and cherries.
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  6. 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.