No-Bake Banana Split Cake 🍌🍰
Ingredients:
- 1 package (9 ounces) graham crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup chocolate syrup
- 1 cup whipped topping (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Make the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust.
- Layer the sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Spoon the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
- Add the remaining cream cheese mixture on top of the pineapple layer.
- Finish with a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Drizzle with Chocolate Syrup:
- Drizzle chocolate syrup generously over the top of the strawberries.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, top with whipped topping, maraschino cherries, and chopped nuts if desired.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chill Time: 4 hours | Servings: 12
Indulge in this delightful No-Bake Banana Split Cake, a perfect treat for warm days or any celebration! 🍌🍰
