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Banana Split Fluff Salad

A creamy, fruity, no-bake dessert salad packed with banana, pineapple, strawberries, cherries, marshmallows, and whipped topping—perfect for potlucks, BBQs, and sweet side dish lovers.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box 3.4 oz instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1 container 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • cups mini marshmallows
  • 2 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup chopped maraschino cherries plus extra for garnish
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • Chocolate syrup optional, for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Combine vanilla pudding mix with the entire can of crushed pineapple (juice included) in a large bowl. Stir until thick and smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
  • Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until creamy and well blended.
  • Stir in mini marshmallows, banana slices, strawberries, cherries, and nuts (optional). Mix gently to keep the fruit intact.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to soften the marshmallows and meld the flavors.
  • Before serving, garnish with extra cherries, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and more nuts if desired. Serve cold.