Description
This delightful Chocolate Banana Pudding Fluff is a light and creamy dessert combining fluffy whipped cream, sweet marshmallow crème, ripe bananas, and crunchy vanilla wafer cookies. It’s a quick and easy no-bake treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fluff Base
- 1 cup cold heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup marshmallow crème (e.g. Marshmallow Fluff)
Mix-ins & Garnish
- 2 medium ripe bananas, diced (~1¼ cups), plus extra slices for garnish
- 16 vanilla wafer cookies, coarsely crushed (~1 cup), plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Whip Cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream together with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using a mixer until soft peaks form, creating a smooth and airy base.
- Fold in Marshmallow: Gently fold the marshmallow crème into the whipped cream until just combined, maintaining the light and fluffy texture without deflating the mixture.
- Add Bananas and Wafers: Stir in the diced ripe bananas and coarsely crushed vanilla wafer cookies carefully to distribute evenly throughout the fluff without overmixing.
- Chill: Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the wafers to soften slightly, enhancing the texture and taste.
- Serve: Spoon the pudding fluff into bowls or parfait glasses, and garnish with extra banana slices and crushed vanilla wafers to add a decorative and flavorful touch.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Chilling improves the texture by allowing the wafers to soften and the flavors to meld.
- This dessert is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with whipped topping, but the texture will vary slightly.
- Ensure the whipped cream is cold for easier whipping and better volume.
