No-Bake Banana Split Cake

No-Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
Total Time: ~4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
  • 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, well-drained
  • 1½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced

For the Topping:

  • 1½ cups whipped topping (or more, as needed)
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • Chocolate syrup or hot fudge sauce (for drizzling)
  • Maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust:
    • In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until evenly combined.
    • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
    • Fold in the whipped topping gently until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  1. Add the Layers:
    • Arrange the sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer in a single, even layer.
    • Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
    • Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top.
  2. Add the Topping:
    • Spread the whipped topping evenly over the strawberry layer.
    • Sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans over the top (if using).
    • Drizzle with chocolate syrup or hot fudge sauce.
  3. Chill:
    • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
  4. Serve:
    • Slice into squares and garnish each piece with a maraschino cherry before serving.

Tips for Success:

  • Drain the Pineapple Thoroughly: Excess liquid can make the dessert soggy, so press out as much juice as possible.
  • Customize the Fruit: Add or swap fruits like raspberries or blueberries to suit your taste.
  • Make Ahead: This dessert tastes even better when chilled overnight, allowing the layers to set and flavors to meld.

This No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a refreshing, fruity dessert with layers of creamy goodness—perfect for summer or anytime you crave something sweet and easy! 🍌🍓