I make this Easy Banana Pudding Fluff Salad when I want all the comfort of classic banana pudding in a light, scoopable, no-bake bowl that everyone can dig into with a spoon. I whisk instant vanilla pudding with cold milk, fold in whipped topping and marshmallows, then stir in bananas and vanilla wafers so it tastes like banana pudding and fluff salad at the same time.
Why I love this salad
I love that this dessert uses instant pudding, milk, and whipped topping as the base, so I get creamy, custard-like flavor without cooking anything on the stove. The mini marshmallows give it that classic fluff texture, and the vanilla wafers soften just enough to mimic cake-like bites of traditional banana pudding. Slicing in ripe bananas right at the end keeps the fruit sweet and soft but not mushy, and a quick chill lets everything meld into a spoonable pudding-cloud.
I also love how flexible this salad is. I can keep it simple with just pudding, bananas, wafers, and marshmallows, or I can add coconut, nuts, or baking chips for extra texture. It’s perfect for potlucks and family gatherings because it feeds a crowd, holds well in the fridge, and feels nostalgic in the best way.
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