Easy Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake with Graham Crust Recipe
This Easy Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake with Graham Crust is a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of a banana split in a convenient cake form. With layers of creamy goodness, fresh fruits, and a crunchy graham cracker crust, this no-bake treat is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
For the Creamy Layer:
- 1 8-ounce block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Fruit Layers:
- 3–4 medium bananas, sliced
- 1 20-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
For the Topping:
- 2 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, optional
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup for drizzling
- 12–16 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into a 9×13-inch dish, ensuring an even layer. Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
- Make the Creamy Layer: In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until light and fluffy. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
- Add the Fruit Layers: Arrange sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese layer. Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas. Evenly distribute the diced strawberries on top.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Gently spread whipped topping over the fruit layers.
- Garnish And Chill: Sprinkle chopped nuts (if using) over the whipped cream. Drizzle with chocolate syrup. Add maraschino cherries on top for the classic banana split look. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) for best results.
- Serve: Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy this refreshing and creamy treat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Banana Split Cake, No-Bake Dessert, Graham Crust, Easy Recipe
