Description
Sweet layers of creamy banana split cake promise pure dessert bliss without turning on the oven. Chilled graham cracker crust, velvety cream cheese filling, and fresh banana slices create an irresistible summer treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup (75 milliliters) unsalted butter, melted
Base Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and a pinch of salt until the mixture resembles coarse, damp sand.
- Transfer the crumb mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish, pressing firmly and evenly to create a compact, sturdy base layer.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the subsequent components.
- Whip softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture transforms into a silky, homogeneous texture.
- Gently incorporate whipped topping into the cream cheese blend, folding carefully to maintain a light, airy consistency.
- Distribute the creamy filling across the chilled crust, using a spatula to achieve a smooth, even surface.
- Strategically arrange ripe banana slices in a uniform layer, ensuring complete coverage of the cream cheese mixture.
- Drain crushed pineapple thoroughly, then delicately spread over the banana layer to prevent excess moisture.
- Add a vibrant layer of fresh, sliced strawberries atop the pineapple, creating a colorful fruity stratum.
- Crown the dessert with an additional layer of whipped topping, creating an elegant, cloud-like surface.
- Embellish the top with a delicate chocolate sauce drizzle and a sprinkle of chopped hazelnuts for textural contrast.
- Seal the dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and layers to set completely.
- When ready to serve, slice into neat squares and present this luxurious, no-bake banana split cake chilled for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Ensure graham cracker crust is firmly packed to prevent crumbling and create a solid base for the layers.
- Pat fruit slices dry with paper towels to prevent excess moisture from making the dessert soggy and compromising the texture.
- For gluten-free version, swap graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or ground nuts like almonds.
- Swap dairy ingredients with coconut cream and vegan cream cheese to make this dessert completely plant-based and allergen-friendly.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 125 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg