Description
Banana Split Trifles are a delightful and visually stunning twist on the classic banana split dessert. This recipe layers moist vanilla cake, creamy homemade pudding, and a colorful array of fresh fruits, creating a treat that’s perfect for any gathering. Whether served in charming Mason jars for individual portions or in an elegant trifle bowl, these trifles are not only simple to prepare but also customizable to suit everyone’s tastes. With each spoonful, you’ll enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it a crowd-pleaser at parties, picnics, or family gatherings. Get ready to impress your guests with this fun and fruity dessert!
Ingredients
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- 1 vanilla cake mix (prepared and cooled)
- 4 cups milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tbsp corn starch
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter
- 4 cups strawberries (chopped)
- 4 cups pineapple (chopped)
- 4 bananas (sliced)
- 2–3 cups whipped topping
- 8–10 cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the vanilla cake mix according to package directions. Once baked, cool and cube the cake.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and sugar. Stir in corn starch and salt until smooth. Cook while stirring until thickened; remove from heat and add vanilla extract and butter.
- In Mason jars or a trifle bowl, layer cubed cake, pudding, strawberries, pineapple, and banana slices. Repeat layers until full.
- Top with whipped topping and garnish with cherries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg