Description
No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a fun, easy-to-make dessert that combines all the beloved flavors of a classic banana split into a cool, creamy cake. With layers of graham cracker crust, banana slices, creamy fillings, and a sweet cherry topping, this dessert will quickly become a favorite for any occasion. It’s the perfect treat for hot summer days, parties, or even a weeknight dessert when you want something simple yet indulgent. Best of all, it requires no baking—just mix, layer, chill, and serve!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Creamy Layers:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large banana, sliced
- 1 ½ cups pineapple tidbits (fresh or canned, drained)
For the Topping:
- ½ cup chocolate syrup
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, halved (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon crushed nuts (optional)
- ½ cup sliced strawberries (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
- Make the Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the mixture is evenly coated.
- Press into the Pan: Press the graham cracker mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring it’s packed down firmly. Refrigerate while preparing the next layers.
Prepare the Creamy Layers:
- Whip the Cream Cheese: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract to soft peaks using an electric mixer.
- Combine the Cream Cheese and Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and smooth. This will create a fluffy, creamy filling for your cake.
Assemble the Cake:
- Add the First Layer: Spread half of the creamy filling over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Add Fruit Layers: Evenly distribute the banana slices and pineapple tidbits over the creamy layer.
- Add the Second Layer: Spread the remaining creamy filling over the fruit layer, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Chill and Top the Cake:
- Chill the Cake: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3.5 hours, or overnight, to allow the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.
- Add the Topping: Just before serving, spread the whipped topping over the chilled cake. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and garnish with maraschino cherries, crushed nuts, and sliced strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 300-350 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 4g