Description
Indulge in this delightful No-Bake Banana Split Dessert that layers graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, fresh fruits, and a medley of toppings for a decadent treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping (like Cool Whip), divided
Fruit Layer:
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 1 (20-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- Maraschino cherries for topping
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in half of the whipped topping, spread over the crust.
- Fruit Layer: Layer banana slices, crushed pineapple, and sliced strawberries over the cream cheese layer.
- Toppings: Spread remaining whipped topping, sprinkle with nuts, drizzle chocolate syrup, and top with cherries.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Be sure to drain the pineapple thoroughly to prevent a soggy dessert.
- You can swap fresh whipped cream for the topping.
- For a nut-free version, omit the nuts.
- Best enjoyed within 2 days of assembly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
