Description
A delightful no-bake dessert combining rich chocolate pudding, fresh bananas, strawberries, pineapple, and cubed pound cake or brownies layered to create a festive and flavorful chocolate banana split trifle perfect for summer gatherings or any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 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 Cake: In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, start by creating a base layer with the cubed pound cake or brownies, spreading them evenly across the bottom.
- Add Chocolate Pudding: Spread an even layer of prepared chocolate pudding over the cake cubes, ensuring full coverage to keep the dessert moist.
- Layer Fruit: Arrange sliced bananas, strawberries, and drained pineapple tidbits evenly on top of the pudding to add fresh fruity flavors.
- Add Whipped Topping and Syrup: Spread a layer of whipped topping over the fruit, then drizzle chocolate syrup evenly to add richness and sweetness.
- Sprinkle Nuts: Sprinkle chopped walnuts or pecans over the whipped topping to introduce a crunchy texture.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering process—cake, pudding, fruit, whipped topping, chocolate syrup, and nuts—until the dish is filled, ensuring a balanced distribution of all ingredients.
- Top and Garnish: Finish with a final layer of whipped topping, more chocolate syrup, additional nuts, and garnish with maraschino cherries for a classic banana split look.
- Chill: Place the trifle in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set before serving.
Notes
- Substitute pound cake with angel food cake for a lighter dessert option.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating crushed cookies or an additional layer of strawberry or vanilla pudding along with the chocolate pudding.
- Best enjoyed the same day to retain the freshness of the fruit.
