Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make dessert that combines the classic flavors of a banana split in a delightful cake form, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 2 cups whipped topping
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Chocolate syrup for drizzling
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a 9×13-inch dish. Chill in refrigerator.
- Beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
- Layer sliced bananas evenly on top of the cream cheese layer, followed by well-drained crushed pineapple.
- Gently spread whipped topping over the fruit layer.
- Top with sliced strawberries, chopped nuts, chocolate syrup, and maraschino cherries. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy cake. For best appearance, add maraschino cherries just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg