Banana Split Bliss Trifle

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened. Refrigerate for 5 minutes to fully set.
2. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft, fluffy peaks form. Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the pudding to create a light, creamy filling. Reserve the remaining whipped cream for topping.
3. Lightly drizzle the cake cubes with milk to keep them soft and moist without becoming soggy.
4. In a large trifle dish or clear glass bowl, add a layer of cake cubes to the bottom.
5. Spread a layer of the vanilla pudding mixture over the cake, smoothing it gently.
6. Add a layer of banana slices, followed by strawberries and crushed pineapple.
7. Drizzle chocolate sauce and strawberry sauce lightly over the fruit layer.
8. Repeat the layers—cake, pudding, fruit, and sauces—until all ingredients are used, finishing with pudding or whipped cream on top.
9. Decorate the top with the remaining whipped cream, chopped nuts, chocolate drizzle, and maraschino cherries.
10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend beautifully.

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10–12
Difficulty: Easy

Variations & Substitutions

• Swap vanilla pudding for chocolate pudding for an extra chocolatey version.
• Use brownie cubes instead of cake for a richer, more indulgent trifle.
• Replace strawberries with raspberries or cherries for a different fruit twist.
• Make it lighter by using sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping.

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