Easy to Make: Banana Split Parfait in a Jar

With a banana split parfait in a jar, you can enjoy your favorite banana split flavors without the mess or hassle. This recipe is made with simple ingredients that are easy to find and will be sure to please any banana lover. It’s perfect for serving at parties or as an after-dinner dessert.

Do you love banana splits? Have you ever tried a banana split parfait in a jar? It’s the perfect summer dessert! This recipe is easy to make and will make your family happy.

This summer, I’m all about making desserts in jars. Not only are they easy to make, but you can also take them with you on a picnic or to a potluck and they are always a hit!

This recipe is perfect for those hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven and it tastes so good! It’s so simple to whip up, even your little ones could help out!

And the best part about this recipe is that it can be made ahead of time, so all you have to do when company arrives is grab some spoons and enjoy! You’ll need just 5 ingredients for this dish.

How to Make Banana Split Parfaits in a Jar

This recipe for Banana Split Parfaits in a Jar uses common ingredients that you may already have in your pantry or fridge!

Ingredients:

• 1 (3.4 ounce) box vanilla pudding
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 2 bananas, sliced
• ¼ cup crushed pineapple, well drained
• 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
• ½ (8 ounce) package frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 3 tablespoons chopped peanuts, optional
• 4 to 6 maraschino cherries, optional

#1 Whisk the milk and vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes or until completely mixed and beginning to thicken. Set aside.

#2 In the bottom of an 8 ounce jar, place a layer of sliced bananas.

#3 Top the bananas with about 3 tablespoons of the pudding. Then, add a layer of sliced strawberries and repeat a layer of the pudding. Over the pudding, spoon about ½ tablespoon of the crushed pineapple.

What other toppings would be good on this parfait?

If you want to add more options to this banana split parfait – or even have a banana split parfait in a jar bar where everyone makes their own, here are some more fun topping ideas:

1. blueberries
2. blackberries
3. raspberries
4. chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts
5. chocolate chips
6. canned mandarin oranges
7. sprinkles
8. shredded coconut
9. ice cream (instead of pudding)
10. your favorite candies
11. candy bars, broken or crushed
12. mini marshmallows
13. peanut butter
14. raspberry or strawberry syrups
15. gummy bears
16. crushed Oreo cookies
17. graham cracker crumbs
18. caramel sauce

#4 Top the parfait with some chocolate syrup, a dollop of whipped topping, chopped nuts (if desired,) and a cherry.

Banana Split Parfait in a Jar Video

Why do they call it a parfait?

The French word “parfait” means “perfect.” And the origin of parfaits can be traced back to references in 1894. They’re most often prepared by layering ingredients and are usually served in tall glasses known as a Parfait glass but for this recipe, I’m using tall Mason jelly jars like the ones here.

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