Description
This Easy Banana Pudding Fluff Salad is a creamy, sweet, and nostalgic dessert that combines instant pudding, fluffy whipped topping, fresh bananas, crunchy vanilla wafers, and mini marshmallows. It’s a quick no-bake treat perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or anytime you want a light, delightful dessert.
Ingredients
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1 box (3.4 oz) instant vanilla or banana pudding mix (sugar-free option available)
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1 cup nonfat milk
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1 container (8 oz) Cool Whip (or sugar-free whipped topping)
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3 cups mini marshmallows
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3 cups vanilla wafers, broken into pieces
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3 medium bananas, sliced
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until smooth and thickened (about 2 minutes).
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Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully combined and creamy.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine mini marshmallows, vanilla wafer pieces, and sliced bananas.
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Pour the pudding mixture over the marshmallow mixture and gently fold until evenly combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and wafers to soften slightly.
Notes
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For extra texture, add chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
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Use ripe bananas but slice just before assembling to avoid browning.
- Can be made a day ahead for better flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American