No-Bake Banana Split Cake
No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a decadent, creamy, and fruity dessert that’s reminiscent of a classic banana split but served in a delightful, easy-to-make form. It’s a wonderfully cool treat, perfect for warm weather or whenever you want to serve up a taste of nostalgia. With layers of buttery graham cracker crust, rich cream cheese filling, fresh bananas, juicy pineapple, and fluffy whipped topping, this dessert is not heavy or overly sweet, making it an ideal indulgence for any occasion.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch Baking Dish: For assembling your dessert.
- Mixing Bowls: To prepare the crust and cream cheese filling.
- Hand Mixer: For a smooth and fluffy cream cheese layer.
- Spatula: To spread the layers evenly.
- Knife: For slicing bananas and serving the dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 16 oz container whipped topping, divided
- 4 bananas sliced
- 1 20 oz can crushed pineapple, drained
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
- Chopped nuts for garnish (optional)
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish and refrigerate.
- Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping and spread over the crust.
- Layer sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
- Top with the remaining whipped topping, spreading evenly.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries, chopped nuts, and chocolate syrup if desired.