No-Bake Banana Split Cake (Print-Friendly Format)

Layered no-bake treat with banana, strawberries, whipped topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - 200 g graham cracker crumbs
02 - 115 g unsalted butter, melted
03 - 50 g granulated sugar

→ Cream Cheese Layer

04 - 225 g cream cheese, softened
05 - 115 g unsalted butter, softened
06 - 240 g powdered sugar
07 - 5 ml vanilla extract

→ Fruit Layers

08 - 3–4 medium bananas, sliced
09 - 560 g canned crushed pineapple, drained well
10 - 150 g fresh strawberries, diced

→ Topping

11 - 500 ml whipped topping or homemade whipped cream
12 - 60 g chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
13 - 60 ml chocolate syrup
14 - 12–16 maraschino cherries

# How to Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the base of a 23 x 33 cm dish. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
02 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
03 - Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust, using a spatula for an even layer.
04 - Arrange sliced bananas in a single layer over the cream cheese filling. Evenly spoon the well-drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
05 - Distribute diced strawberries evenly across the pineapple layer.
06 - Gently spread the whipped topping across the entire surface, creating a smooth finish.
07 - Sprinkle chopped nuts over the whipped topping if desired, then drizzle chocolate syrup over the surface. Arrange maraschino cherries decoratively on top. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set.
08 - Cut into equal portions and serve chilled for a refreshing layered dessert.

# Additional Information:

01 - For optimal slicing and presentation, make this dessert a day ahead to let the flavors meld and the structure set.
02 - The dessert can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
03 - Swap in fresh pineapple or additional berries to suit seasonal availability or preferences.
04 - For an indulgent alternative, use an Oreo cookie crust in place of graham crackers.

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