Description
This Chocolate Banana Pudding Fluff is a creamy, dreamy, no-bake dessert that’s rich, chocolatey, and loaded with banana flavor! Made with whipped topping, chocolate pudding, fresh bananas, and cookies, this easy fluff salad is perfect for potlucks, parties, or a simple sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3.4 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1 cup cold milk (for the pudding mix)
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for sweetness, optional)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream)
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced (plus extra for garnish!)
- 1 cup crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers (for texture!)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or crushed chocolate cookies (for extra chocolate goodness!)
For Garnish:
- Extra banana slices
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder dusting
- Whipped cream dollops
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pudding Base
- In a large bowl, whisk together chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
Step 2: Make the Fluff Mixture
- In another large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Gently fold in Cool Whip, followed by the prepared chocolate pudding.
Step 3: Add the Mix-Ins
- Gently fold in sliced bananas, crushed vanilla wafers, and mini chocolate chips.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Before serving, top with extra banana slices, chocolate shavings, or whipped cream.
Serving Suggestions
- As a Parfait: Layer with extra cookie crumbs in glasses for a fancy presentation.
- With Extra Crunch: Add crushed Oreos or chocolate chips right before serving.
- As a Pie Filling: Spoon into a graham cracker crust for a quick no-bake pie!
Notes
- Want it fluffier? Add more Cool Whip or mini marshmallows.
- Make it healthier? Use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.
- Love peanut butter? Stir in ½ cup peanut butter for a chocolate-banana-peanut butter combo!