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No-Bake Banana Split Cake

A delicious slice of banana split cake layered with whipped cream, pineapple, and topped with chocolate syrup and a maraschino cherry.
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You will create a creamy, layered dessert that captures the classic banana split flavors without ever turning on your oven. This recipe is simple to assemble and perfect for summer parties or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed, divided
  • 2 large ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained well
  • 1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained well
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup or fudge sauce
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. Place the crust in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the cream cheese layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth. Gently fold in half of the thawed whipped topping until just combined.
  3. Assemble the first layer: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust. Arrange the sliced bananas over this layer.
  4. Add fruit layers: Sprinkle the drained crushed pineapple and drained mandarin oranges evenly over the bananas. If using nuts, sprinkle them over the fruit layer now.
  5. Add the final creamy layer: Gently spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the fruit. Top this with the remaining half of the whipped topping, spreading it to cover the entire surface.
  6. Chill: Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the dessert to set completely. This chilling time is necessary for the best texture.
  7. Garnish and serve: Before serving, drizzle the chocolate syrup or fudge sauce over the top. Place maraschino cherries on top for the classic look. Slice and serve this easy layered dessert cold.

Notes

  • Drain the crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges very thoroughly. Excess liquid will make the layers runny.
  • For a richer flavor, you can fold 1/4 cup of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips into the remaining half of the whipped topping instead of using chocolate syrup on top.
  • You can substitute strawberries for the mandarin oranges if you prefer the classic three-fruit combination.

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