No Bake Banana Split Dessert
"Savor the bliss of a no-bake Banana Split Dessert—a layered delight capturing the essence of the classic in every chilled, heavenly bite."
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Bowl
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
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish; set aside.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Cover with the Cool Whip, smoothing the top.
- Sprinkle with the chopped walnuts, then drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with maraschino cherries.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- 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.
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.