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No Bake Banana Split Dessert

No Bake Banana Split Dessert

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"Savor the bliss of a no-bake Banana Split Dessert—a layered delight capturing the essence of the classic in every chilled, heavenly bite."
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • ½ cup 113.5 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups 168 g graham cracker crumbs
  • For the Cream Cheese Layer:
  • 8 ounces 226.8 g Cool Whip
  • 12 ounces 340.2 g cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup 50 g granulated sugar
For the Fruit & Toppings:
  • ½ cup 58.5 g walnuts, chopped
  • Chocolate syrup
  • 16 ounces 453.59 g strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 20 ounces 566.99 g canned crushed pineapple, drained well
  • 3 to 4 bananas sliced
  • 8 ounces 226.8 g Cool Whip
  • Maraschino cherries

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter with a fork, stirring until all of the crumbs are evenly moistened. Dump the crumbs into the prepared pan and press into an even layer. Refrigerate while you prepare the next layer.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Using a rubber spatula, fold in the Cool Whip until thoroughly combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture on top of the graham cracker crust.
  4. Arrange the banana slices in a single layer on top of the cream cheese filling, top with an even layer of the crushed pineapple, and then an even layer of the sliced strawberries.
  5. Cover with the Cool Whip, smoothing the top.
  6. Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts, then drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with maraschino cherries.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  8. Leftovers can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 4 days

Notes

Ripe Bananas: Use ripe bananas for sweetness and optimal texture in the dessert.
Creative Variations: Experiment with different fruits, such as mango or kiwi, to add your own twist to the classic banana split combination.
Personalized Chocolate Drizzle: Customize the chocolate sauce by using dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or a combination based on your preference.
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