Introduction
This classic no-bake dessert is creamy, fruity, and perfect for warm days. It combines a buttery graham crust, smooth cream cheese filling, fresh bananas, pineapple, and a fluffy whipped topping
Ingredients
Crust
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon salt
Filling
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
3 to 4 bananas, sliced
1 can crushed pineapple about 20 oz well drained
1 container whipped topping thawed
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
1/2 cup chocolate syrup
Maraschino cherries
Instructions
Prepare the crust
In a bowl mix graham cracker crumbs melted butter and salt until combined
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish
Place in the fridge to chill while preparing the filling
Make the filling
In a large bowl beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract then mix until well combined
Assemble the layers
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust
Arrange banana slices evenly on top
Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas
Add topping
Spread whipped topping evenly over everything
Drizzle chocolate syrup on top
Sprinkle with chopped nuts if using
Add maraschino cherries
Chill
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results
Method Tips
Make sure the pineapple is very well drained to avoid a soggy dessert
Slice bananas right before assembling to keep them fresh
For cleaner slices chill overnight
Nutrition approximate per serving
Calories around 320
Carbohydrates 38g
Fat 18g
Sugar 24g
Benefits
No baking required
Quick and easy to prepare
Perfect for summer gatherings
Customizable with your favorite toppings
History
Inspired by the classic banana split dessert created in the early 1900s this cake version became popular as a simple no bake treat
Conclusion
This Easy No Bake Banana Split Cake is creamy fruity and always a crowd favorite