Description
This No-Bake Chocolate Banana Split Trifle is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert that combines layers of rich chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and sweet bananas, all topped with chocolate chips and maraschino cherries. Perfect for parties or a quick sweet treat, this trifle is as delicious as it is beautiful!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Pudding Layer:
- 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
For the Whipped Cream Layer:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Assembly:
- 4–5 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, until the pudding thickens. Set aside.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a large bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Using a hand mixer, whip the cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Trifle: In a large trifle dish or individual glasses, start with a layer of crushed graham crackers. Add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by chocolate pudding. Sprinkle chocolate chips and maraschino cherries, then add a layer of whipped cream. Repeat the layers until the dish is filled. Top with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and extra chocolate chips and cherries.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the trifle for at least 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
- Banana Tip: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Whipped Cream: Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for better results.
- Customizable Layers: Feel free to add other toppings like crushed nuts, caramel sauce, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg