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Easy No-Bake Banana Split Cake

A decadent slice of banana split cake featuring layers of crust, cream, bananas, and topped with whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries.
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Create a refreshing, layered dessert that captures the classic banana split flavors without turning on your oven. This chilled icebox cake is perfect for summer parties and make-ahead meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large container (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed (like Cool Whip)
  • 2 large bananas, sliced
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • Maraschino cherries for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a medium bowl until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place the dish in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the cream cheese layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the whipped topping: Gently fold half of the thawed whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
  4. Add fruit layers: Arrange the sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle the well-drained crushed pineapple evenly over the bananas. If using nuts, sprinkle them over the pineapple layer.
  5. Top the cake: Spread the remaining half of the whipped topping over the fruit layers. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap.
  6. Chill the cake: Refrigerate the banana split cake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set completely.
  7. Garnish and serve: Before serving, drizzle the top generously with chocolate syrup and place maraschino cherries on top for decoration. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • Make sure the crushed pineapple is very well drained to prevent the cake from becoming watery. Press out excess liquid with a paper towel if needed.
  • This is a fantastic make ahead dessert; it tastes best when chilled for 6 hours or more.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, you can use a banana pudding mix combined with the cream cheese layer instead of just powdered sugar.

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