Banana Split Fluff
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Banana Split Fluff
Description
This dessert blends thawed whipped topping (Cool Whip), cherry pie filling, sweetened condensed milk, and sour cream to create a sweet creamy base. Mini marshmallows add chew, while pineapple chunks and sliced bananas contribute fresh tropical flavors and moisture. Walnuts provide crunch, and maraschino cherries along with mini chocolate chips add colorful bursts and complementary sweetness. Folding gently preserves the fluffy texture without crushing the fruit or marshmallows.
The fluff is refrigerated for a minimum of 30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to meld. A drizzle of chocolate syrup on top echoes traditional banana split toppings. Served cold, this dessert offers a creamy, sweet palate with contrasting soft, fruity, and crunchy components, inspired by classic ice cream sundae ingredients but in an easy, make-ahead salad form.
Drain excess pineapple juice well before mixing to maintain desired texture. Avoid over-mixing to keep the fluff light. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days to prevent sogginess and degradation of marshmallow texture. Freezing is possible but may alter consistency upon thawing.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cool Whip thawed
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- 1 ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 ¾ cup pineapple chunks
- 2 banana peeled and sliced into 1/2 in chunks
- 1 cup walnuts chopped
- ¾ cup maraschino cherries
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- 1-2 tbsp chocolate syrup
Instructions
- With a wooden spoon, mix together the Cool Whip, cherry pie filling, sweetened condensed milk, and sour cream in a large bowl.
- Fold in the mini marshmallows, pineapple chunks, bananas, walnuts, maraschino cherries, and mini chocolate chips until combined.
- Cover the large bowl with plastic wrap and put the fluff salad into the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Drizzle a little chocolate syrup on top of the salad and serve cold.
Notes
- Drain pineapple juice thoroughly to prevent a watery texture in the fluff.
- Fold ingredients carefully to maintain the light, airy texture without crushing the fruit or marshmallows.
- Store leftover fluff in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days to maintain freshness and texture.
- Freezing is possible for up to three months, but texture may change upon thawing; best served fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 587 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 587kcal | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | 99g | 33% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 123mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 559mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 64g | 128% |
| Vitamin A | 505IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 242mg | 24% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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