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Chocolate Banana Pudding Fluff

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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

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  • 1 (3.4 oz) box instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1 cup cold milk (for the pudding mix)
  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • ½ 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!)
  • ½ 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

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thickened (about 2 minutes).

Step 2: Make the Fluff Mixture

  1. In another large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in Cool Whip, followed by the prepared chocolate pudding.

Step 3: Add the Mix-Ins

  1. Gently fold in sliced bananas, crushed vanilla wafers, and mini chocolate chips.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

  1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
  2. 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!