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Irresistible No-Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe – A layered dessert with a graham cracker crust, creamy banana and chocolate filling, fluffy whipped topping, fresh banana slices, maraschino cherries, crunchy chopped nuts, and a drizzle of chocolate syrup. A perfect twist on the classic banana split dessert!

Easy Banana Split Cake Recipe

A no-bake dessert that transforms the classic banana split into a delicious layered cake with graham cracker crust, cream cheese filling, fresh fruits, and traditional banana split toppings.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana Split Cake Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 13
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $30

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fine mesh strainer for draining pineapple

Ingredients

the Crust:

  • 2½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

the Filling:

  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 8 oz container whipped topping
  • 4 ripe bananas sliced
  • 1 20 oz can crushed pineapple, well-drained
  • 1 16 oz container strawberries, sliced
  • ½ cup maraschino cherries halved
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Chocolate syrup for drizzling

Instructions

Make the Crust:

  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar
  • Press firmly into 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Refrigerate while preparing filling

Prepare the Filling:

  • Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth
  • Fold in half of the whipped topping
  • Spread over chilled crust

Layer the Fruits:

  • Arrange banana slices over cream cheese layer
  • Spread drained crushed pineapple evenly
  • Add layer of sliced strawberries

Add Toppings:

  • Spread remaining whipped topping
  • Sprinkle with nuts
  • Arrange cherries on top
  • Drizzle with chocolate syrup

Chill:

  • Refrigerate minimum 4 hours or overnight

Notes

  • Drain pineapple very well to prevent soggy cake
  • Toss banana slices in lemon juice to prevent browning
  • Best served within 48 hours
  • Keep refrigerated
  • Not suitable for freezing

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 280mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.2mg