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Banana Split Dessert Salad – A Fun Twist On Easy Recipes

This Banana Split Dessert Salad combines all the fun flavors of the classic treat into one easy and irresistible dessert!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer desserts easy recipes, dinner recipes, easy recipes, food receipt easy recipes, quick and easy recipes, recipes for dinner, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (3.4 oz) package instant banana pudding mix
  • 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 ½ cups strawberries, diced
  • 1 ½ cups chopped bananas
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ½ cup mini chocolate chips
  • Maraschino cherries, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the banana pudding mix and mix well until combined.
  3. Stir in the crushed pineapple and whipped topping until fully incorporated.
  4. Fold in mini marshmallows, diced strawberries, chopped bananas, and nuts.
  5. Gently mix in mini chocolate chips.
  6. Cover and chill the salad in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
  7. Top with maraschino cherries just before serving, if desired.

Notes

To keep bananas from browning, toss them in a little lemon juice before adding to the salad. This salad is best served the same day it’s made.