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Delicious Banana Split Fluff Salad with bananas, pineapple, and whipped cream.

Banana Split Fluff Salad

This Banana Split Fluff Salad is a sweet, creamy, and fruity dessert that is easy to make and perfect for gatherings. It combines banana split flavors with a fluffy texture that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the base
  • 1 package Instant banana pudding mix For that classic banana split feel
  • 1 can Crushed pineapple Do not drain completely, a little juice helps
  • 1 container Cool Whip or any whipped topping, thawed
  • 2 cups Mini marshmallows For that signature fluff texture
For mixing
  • 2 medium Bananas, sliced Add them right before serving to prevent browning
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries, chopped Fresh is best
  • 1/2 cup Maraschino cherries, halved Plus a few for the top
  • 1/2 cup Chopped nuts (like peanuts or walnuts) Optional but delicious
  • to taste Chocolate syrup For drizzling right before serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grab a big mixing bowl because this makes a generous amount.
  2. Stir the dry banana pudding mix with the crushed pineapple (including some of the juice). Mix until it starts to thicken, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  3. Fold in the mini marshmallows to allow them to soften while the salad chills.
  4. Gently fold in the whipped topping until no streaks are left, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in chopped strawberries and cherries.
  6. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour (2 hours is preferable for a thicker texture).
  7. Right before serving, fold in the sliced bananas and add nuts if using.
  8. Finish with a drizzle of chocolate syrup and a couple cherries on top.

Notes

Best served the day it's made. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Bananas can brown, so add them right before serving to maintain freshness.