Banana Split Cake
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Banana Split Cake
Description
This Banana Split Cake starts with a graham cracker crust made from crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, pressed into a casserole dish and chilled to set. A cream cheese layer is prepared by blending softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla, then folding in whipped topping for smoothness.
The layered assembly includes this cream cheese mixture spread over the crust, followed by an arrangement of fresh sliced bananas, strawberries, and drained crushed pineapple to mimic the fruit toppings of a banana split. A pudding layer made from banana cream instant pudding and milk adds a soft, creamy texture, and the cake is topped with more whipped topping, chocolate syrup, maraschino cherries, and rainbow sprinkles for decoration and flavor balance.
The dessert blends crunchy crust, smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, fresh fruit sweetness, and creamy pudding in a multi-textured experience. It suits celebrations or gatherings where a nostalgic, fruity dessert is welcomed.
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup butter melted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Cream Cheese Layer
- 12 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounce whipped topping thawed, tub
Fruit Layer
- 3 banana sliced
- 12 strawberries
- 20 ounce pineapple drained well, crushed, canned
Pudding Layer
- 2 boxes 3.4-ounce each instant banana cream pudding mix
- 2 cups milk cold
Toppings
- 8 ounce whipped topping thawed, tub
- chocolate syrup
- maraschino cherries stems removed
- Rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- Coat a 13×9 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray; set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup melted butter; mix until well combined then press the crumbs evenly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate the crust for 30 minutes, or until set.
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the Cool Whip until combined.
- Set the cream cheese filling aside until you're ready to assemble the cake.
For the Pudding Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk until well combined. Refrigerate for 10 minutes until the pudding has thickened.
To Assemble the Cake:
- Remove the pan with the graham cracker crust from the refrigerator and spread the cream cheese layer evenly over the crust.
- Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the cream cheese layer, followed by a layer of sliced strawberries. Spread the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the fruit.
- Spread pudding evenly over the pineapple.
- Evenly spread one container of Cool Whip over top of the pudding layer.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or overnight.
- Add chocolate sauce, maraschino cherries, and sprinkles to the top of the cake as garnish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 415 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 415kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 288mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 36g | 72% |
| Vitamin A | 793IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 143mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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