Description
Creamy layers of classic banana split delights shine in this heavenly no-bake dessert. Cool graham cracker crust meets luscious cream cheese filling, fresh bananas, and dreamy chocolate drizzle, promising pure summer sweetness for you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Fruits):
- 3 to 4 bananas, sliced
- 20 ounces (567 grams) strawberries, sliced
- 20 ounces (567 grams) crushed pineapple, well-drained
Filling Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces (227 grams) whipped topping
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust and Topping Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces (227 grams) whipped topping
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts
- Chocolate sauce
Instructions
- Craft a sturdy foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and a hint of salt, ensuring thorough mixing.
- Press the crumb mixture compactly into a greased 9×13-inch dish, creating an even, firm base.
- Temporarily chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing subsequent layers.
- Whip cream cheese until silky smooth, incorporating sugar and vanilla extract for rich, creamy consistency.
- Gently fold whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture, maintaining a light, airy texture.
- Distribute the filling uniformly across the chilled crust, creating an even layer.
- Create a vibrant fruit layer by arranging fresh banana slices across the cream cheese surface.
- Distribute well-drained crushed pineapple evenly over the banana layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Artfully place sliced strawberries atop the pineapple, adding color and texture.
- Crown the dessert with an additional layer of whipped topping, spreading gently to cover the fruit.
- Enhance the presentation by drizzling chocolate sauce and sprinkling chopped hazelnuts.
- Seal with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing flavors to harmonize and the dessert to set completely.
- Serve thoroughly chilled, cutting into precise squares that showcase the beautiful layered composition.
Notes
- Customize the crust by swapping graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Ensure bananas are perfectly ripe but not overripe to maintain ideal texture and prevent excessive browning when layering.
- Drain pineapple thoroughly using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to prevent excess liquid from making the dessert watery and compromising the cake’s structure.
- Prepare this dessert a day ahead for deeper flavor development and easier serving, allowing ingredients to meld and set completely in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg