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No-Bake Chocolate Banana Split Trifle Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This No-Bake Chocolate Banana Split Trifle is a decadent, layered dessert perfect for chocolate and banana lovers. Featuring creamy instant chocolate pudding, fluffy homemade whipped cream, fresh banana slices, crunchy graham crackers, and a cherry on top, this easy-to-make trifle combines rich flavors and textures without any baking required. Ideal for gatherings, it’s ready to serve with just an hour of chilling, making it a quick and impressive treat.

Ingredients

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Pudding

  • 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk

Whipped Cream

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Other Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: In a medium bowl, whisk the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until the pudding is thickened. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to set the pudding before assembling.
  2. Make the Whipped Cream: Using an electric mixer, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, approximately 3 to 4 minutes, creating a fluffy whipped cream.
  3. Assemble the Trifle – Layer 1: In a trifle dish or large glass bowl, spread one-third of the prepared chocolate pudding evenly as the base layer.
  4. Layer 2 – Bananas: Add a layer of sliced bananas evenly over the pudding layer to add fresh sweetness and texture.
  5. Layer 3 – Graham Crackers: Sprinkle one-third of the crushed graham crackers over the bananas to introduce crunch and balance flavors.
  6. Layer 4 – Whipped Cream: Add one-third of the whipped cream on top of the graham crackers, smoothing it out evenly for a creamy contrast.
  7. Layer 5 – Chocolate Chips and Cherries: Scatter an even portion of chocolate chips and halved maraschino cherries over the whipped cream to infuse bursts of chocolate and cherry flavor.
  8. Repeat Layers: Continue layering the pudding, bananas, graham crackers, whipped cream, chocolate chips, and cherries two more times, finishing with a top layer of whipped cream.
  9. Garnish and Chill: Drizzle chocolate syrup on top of the final whipped cream layer and garnish with extra chocolate chips and cherries. Refrigerate the trifle for at least 1 hour to chill and set before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushy layers.
  • Prepare the pudding and whipped cream just before assembling to keep freshness and texture optimal.
  • You can substitute crushed cookies for graham crackers if desired.
  • This trifle is best served within 24 hours to maintain its texture and flavor.
  • Make sure to chill the assembled dessert well to allow layers to meld and enhance taste.

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