Banana Split Fluff Recipe (Print version)
A creamy no-bake banana split fluff with pineapple, strawberries, cherries, chocolate chips, marshmallows, and whipped topping.
# Ingredients:
For the fluff base
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1 (3.4 oz / 96 g) box instant vanilla pudding mix
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1 (20 oz / 565 g) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
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1 (8 oz / 225 g) tub frozen whipped topping, thawed
For the mix-ins
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2 medium ripe bananas, sliced
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1 cup (150 g) diced fresh strawberries
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1 1/2 cups (75 g) mini marshmallows
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1/2 cup (85 g) mini chocolate chips
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1/2 cup (55 g) chopped walnuts or pecans
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1/2 cup (90 g) maraschino cherries, drained, patted dry, and halved
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1 teaspoon lemon juice or pineapple juice, for the banana slices
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, stir the dry pudding mix with the undrained crushed pineapple until the powder dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly, about 1 minute.
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Add the thawed whipped topping and fold gently with a spatula until the base is creamy and no dry pudding streaks remain.
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Fold in the mini marshmallows, mini chocolate chips, and chopped nuts until evenly scattered through the fluff.
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Slice the bananas and toss them lightly with lemon juice or pineapple juice. Pat the cherries dry and dice the strawberries if needed.
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Gently fold in the bananas, strawberries, and cherries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving cold.
# Good to know:
01 -
Best served cold within 24 hours for the freshest banana color and texture.
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Use firm ripe bananas, not overripe bananas, so the slices hold together.
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For cleaner serving, garnish with extra cherries, chocolate chips, and nuts just before bringing it to the table.