Description

No-Bake Chocolate Banana Split Trifle is a creamy, layered dessert that combines chocolate pudding, whipped cream, fresh bananas, graham crackers, and chocolate chips, all topped off with maraschino cherries and chocolate syrup.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:

1 (3.9 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix

2 cups cold milk

For the Whipped Cream Layer:

2 cups heavy cream

¼ cup powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Assembly:

4–5 bananas, sliced

1 cup crushed graham crackers

½ cup chocolate chips

½ cup maraschino cherries, halved

Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)

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Instructions

Prepare the Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to firm up.
Make the Whipped Cream: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Be careful not to overbeat.
Assemble the Trifle: In a trifle dish or individual glasses, layer half of the chocolate pudding. Add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a layer of whipped cream.
Sprinkle crushed graham crackers and chocolate chips over the whipped cream. Repeat the layers with the remaining pudding, sliced bananas, whipped cream, and toppings.
Finish with halved maraschino cherries and drizzle generously with chocolate syrup.
Chill & Serve: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Scoop and enjoy!

Notes

Fruit Swaps: Substitute bananas with strawberries or raspberries for a different fruity flavor.
Nutty Crunch: Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for added texture.
Dairy-Free: Use coconut cream and dairy-free pudding mix for a dairy-free version.
Boozy Twist: Add a splash of rum or bourbon to the whipped cream for an adult version.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Best enjoyed chilled.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 320
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 50mg