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No-Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A delicious and easy no-bake dessert, the No-Bake Banana Split Cake layers creamy whipped topping, sweet cream cheese, fresh bananas, juicy crushed pineapple, cherry pie filling, and crunchy nuts on a buttery graham cracker crust. Topped with chocolate syrup and maraschino cherries, this cake requires no oven time, makes for a perfect chilled treat, and serves 12 people.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip), divided

Fruit Layers

  • 2 bananas, sliced
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
  • Maraschino cherries, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan to form a crust.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped topping until well combined. Spread the mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust.
  3. Layer the Fruit: Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the cream cheese mixture. Add an even layer of drained crushed pineapple on top of the bananas.
  4. Add More Whipped Topping: Spread the remaining 2 cups of whipped topping over the fruit layer.
  5. Top with Cherries and Nuts: Evenly distribute the cherry pie filling over the whipped topping. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts or pecans on top.
  6. Drizzle and Garnish: Drizzle chocolate syrup over the dessert. Garnish with maraschino cherries for an added touch.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to set. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps.
  • Drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent the cake from becoming soggy.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or your favorite nuts.
  • For best results, chill overnight to allow flavors to meld and the cake to firm up.
  • Use fresh bananas sliced just before layering to prevent browning.
  • Chocolate syrup and cherries are optional for garnish but add classic banana split flavor.

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