Easy Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake with Graham Crust
Indulge in the delicious layers of graham cracker crust, creamy filling, fresh fruits, and whipped topping in this easy no-bake banana split cake. Perfect for a quick and impressive dessert!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Creamy Layer:
- 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit Layers:
- 3–4 medium bananas, sliced
- 1 20-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup for drizzling
- 12–16 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish and chill.
- Make the Creamy Layer: Beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over the crust.
- Add the Fruit Layers: Layer sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, and diced strawberries on top of the creamy layer.
- Finish with Topping: Spread whipped topping over the fruit, sprinkle with nuts, drizzle with chocolate syrup, and garnish with cherries.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for a few hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can customize the fruit layers with your favorite fruits like kiwi, blueberries, or raspberries.
- For a nut-free version, omit the chopped pecans or walnuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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