Description
This banana pudding fluff salad is a creamy, dreamy, no-bake dessert packed with banana flavor, fluffy marshmallows, and crunchy vanilla wafers. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or a sweet treat anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (3.4 oz / 96 g) instant banana pudding mix 🍮
- 1 1/2 cups (375 ml) cold milk
- 1 container (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 bananas, sliced 🍌
- 1 cup (100 g) mini marshmallows
- 1 cup (120 g) vanilla wafer cookies, crushed or whole
- 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Pudding
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).
2. Mix the Fluff
- Gently fold in the whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the sliced bananas, marshmallows, vanilla wafers, and nuts (if using). Mix gently.
3. Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
- Before serving, garnish with extra banana slices, wafers, and a sprinkle of nuts for a beautiful presentation!
Notes
✔ Want extra flavor? Add ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
✔ Make it lighter: Use sugar-free pudding mix and light Cool Whip.
✔ No mushy bananas: Slice and add them right before serving.
✔ Crunchy topping? Sprinkle crushed vanilla wafers just before serving to keep them crisp!