No-Bake Banana Split Cake (Easy Dessert)
This No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a classic layered dessert inspired by the famous banana split sundae. It’s creamy, fruity, and perfect for hot days because no oven is needed.
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Cream Layer
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit Layer
- 3–4 bananas, sliced
- 1 can (20 oz / 565 g) crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1½ cups strawberries, sliced
Topping
- 8 oz whipped topping (Cool Whip)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Chocolate syrup
- Maraschino cherries
Instructions
1. Make the Crust
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press firmly into a 9×13 inch dish to form the crust.
- Chill in the refrigerator 10–15 minutes.
2. Make the Cream Layer
- Beat together:
- cream cheese
- butter
- powdered sugar
- vanilla
- Mix until smooth and fluffy.
Spread evenly over the crust.
3. Add the Fruit
Layer on top:
- Sliced bananas
- Drained crushed pineapple
- Strawberries
4. Add the Topping
- Spread whipped topping over the fruit.
- Sprinkle with nuts if desired.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup and add cherries.
5. Chill
Refrigerate at least 3–4 hours (overnight is even better) before slicing.
Tips
✅ Drain pineapple very well so the dessert doesn’t get watery.
✅ Toss banana slices with a little lemon juice to keep them from browning.
✅ You can add crushed pineapple + sliced bananas + strawberries in layers for more flavor.
⭐ Shortcut Version (5 ingredients):
- Graham cracker crust
- Cream cheese + powdered sugar
- Bananas
- Crushed pineapple
- Whipped topping
Still tastes amazing and takes about 10 minutes to assemble.
If you’d like, I can also show you 7 famous “church cookbook” no-bake desserts that are extremely popular at potlucks and family gatherings. 🍰