Description

This No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a deliciously layered dessert combining a crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese, tropical crushed pineapple, fresh banana slices, and light whipped topping, all topped with nuts, chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries. Perfect for an easy summer treat or a crowd-pleasing dessert that requires no oven time.

Ingredients

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Crust

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Layer

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar

Fruit Layer

1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
3–4 ripe bananas, sliced

Topping and Garnish

1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup chocolate syrup
Maraschino cherries for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted unsalted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated with butter. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form a solid crust layer.
Make the cream cheese layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with the granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fluffy. Spread this cream cheese mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust, ensuring complete coverage.
Add fruit layers: Layer the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the cream cheese layer. Next, arrange the sliced bananas evenly on top of the pineapple layer to form the fruit base.
Topping and garnish: Spread the whipped topping evenly over the banana layer to cover the fruit completely. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans over the whipped topping. Drizzle the chocolate syrup generously on top in a decorative pattern. Finally, garnish with maraschino cherries placed evenly across the surface.
Chill and serve: Cover the assembled cake with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. This chilling allows the flavors to meld and the cake to set properly. Slice into squares before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Add a drizzle of strawberry syrup or sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top for extra flavor and texture.
Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushiness in the layers.
For nut allergies, omit the nuts or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (about 1/12th of cake)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg