Description
Indulge in the decadent goodness of this No-Bake Chocolate Banana Split Trifle. Layers of chocolate pudding, whipped topping, fresh fruit, and nuts come together to create a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Banana Split Trifle:
- 2 cups chocolate pudding (prepared)
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 2 cups pound cake or brownies (cubed)
- 3 medium bananas (sliced)
- 1 cup strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits (drained)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1/2 cup chocolate syrup
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Layer the Trifle: Start with a layer of cubed pound cake or brownies in a large trifle dish or glass bowl.
- Add Chocolate Pudding: Spread an even layer of chocolate pudding over the cake.
- Layer Fruits: Add layers of sliced bananas, strawberries, and drained pineapple.
- Whipped Topping: Add a layer of whipped topping and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
- Finish Layers: Sprinkle with chopped nuts. Repeat layers until the dish is full, ending with whipped topping, more chocolate syrup, nuts, and maraschino cherries.
- Chill and Serve: Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- You can substitute pound cake with angel food cake for a lighter option.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating crushed cookies or a layer of strawberry or vanilla pudding alongside the chocolate pudding.
- For optimal freshness, serve the trifle on the same day it is prepared.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering, No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
