Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Banana Split Fluff

  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Banana Split Fluff is everything you love about the classic ice cream parlor treat sweet bananas, juicy strawberries, tropical pineapple, and fluffy whipped cream all transformed into an irresistible no-bake dessert salad. It’s creamy, fruity, and delightfully fun, perfect for parties, potlucks, BBQs, or whenever you need a quick crowd-pleaser. Every bite tastes like sunshine and nostalgia in a bowl!

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 (3.4-ounce) box instant banana pudding mix

  • 1 (40-ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained

  • 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries

  • 2 medium bananas, sliced

  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans), optional

  • 1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip or whipped topping, thawed

  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips or chocolate syrup (optional)

  • Maraschino cherries, for topping

Instructions

  1. Combine pudding & pineapple:
  2. In a large mixing bowl, stir together the crushed pineapple with all its juice and the dry banana pudding mix. Mix until it thickens and becomes creamy.
  3. Add fruit:
    Fold in the sliced strawberries and bananas, coating them evenly in the mixture.
  4. Stir in mix-ins:
    Add the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts (if using). Gently fold to keep everything light and fluffy.
  5. Add whipped topping:
    Fold in the Cool Whip until the fluff becomes smooth, airy, and fully combined.
  6. Finishing touches:
    Stir in mini chocolate chips or drizzle with chocolate syrup for that classic banana-split flair.
  7. Chill:
    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend and the texture set.
  8. Serve:
    Spoon into bowls and garnish with maraschino cherries and an extra ribbon of chocolate syrup if you’re feeling festive!

Notes

  1. The mixture thickens as it chills, so don’t worry if it seems slightly loose before refrigeration.
  2. For best texture, slice the bananas right before mixing to prevent premature browning.
  3. Fresh strawberries work best, but if using frozen, thaw and drain them well to avoid watering down the fluff.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / No-Bake Treat
  • Method: No-Cook, Mix & Chill
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: ~260
  • Sugar: ~28g
  • Sodium: ~120mg
  • Fat: ~10g
  • Saturated Fat: ~6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~40g
  • Fiber: ~2g
  • Protein: ~2g
  • Cholesterol: ~5mg

Keywords: Banana split fluff, no bake dessert, fruit fluff, potluck dessert, pineapple fluff, creamy dessert salad

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://www.chefsophia.com/banana-split-fluff/