No Bake Banana Split Dessert
This No-Bake Banana Split Dessert Cake is a delightful, easy-to-make treat that combines the classic flavors of a banana split into a convenient, no-bake dessert.Enjoy the layers of creamy, fruity goodness with a crunchy graham cracker crust, making it perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping such as Cool Whip
Fruit Layer:
- 3-4 bananas sliced
- 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced
Topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping such as Cool Whip
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined.Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Press firmly to create a solid crust layer.Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the other layers.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer:In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well combined.Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Add the Fruit Layer:Arrange the sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese layer.Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.Top with an even layer of sliced strawberries.
- Top with Whipped Topping:Spread the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping evenly over the fruit layer.
- Garnish:Sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the whipped topping.Drizzle with chocolate syrup.Garnish with maraschino cherries.
- Chill and Serve:Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.Cut into squares and serve chilled.