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Easy No Bake Banana Split

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Made this easy dessert for Jakes birthday cause he hates cake. Just crushed up graham crackers and butter for the bottom. Then did layers of sweet cream cheese stuff and berries. Put whipped cream and nuts on top. Stuck it in the fridge and forgot about it till dinner. Everyone loved it and wanted the recipe. Best part was not having to bake anything.
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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 18:10:52 GMT
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A slice of layered dessert topped with strawberries, banana slices, a cherry, pecans, and drizzled with chocolate on a graham cracker crust. | lastminrecipes.com

This no-bake banana split dessert needs no oven. Great for hot days or quick treats. Has graham cracker base, cream layers, fruit and nuts on top.

Why Make This Dessert

Easy to make with no baking needed. Perfect for summer. Has sweet crust, creamy filling, fresh fruit and nuts. Good for parties or family dessert.

Ingredients

  • Graham Crackers: Crushed for base. Or use vanilla wafers
  • Butter: Melted, holds crust together
  • Cream Cheese: Makes filling rich
  • Sugar: Regular white sugar
  • Cool Whip: Or fresh whipped cream
  • Bananas: Ripe ones taste best
  • Pineapple: Canned, drain well
  • Strawberries: Fresh cut
  • Walnuts: Chopped, for crunch
  • Chocolate Syrup: For topping
  • Cherries: For decoration

Instructions

Prep Pan:
Grease 9x13 pan lightly
Make Base:
Mix crumbs with butter. Press in pan. Chill.
Mix Filling:
Beat cream cheese and sugar. Fold in Cool Whip. Spread on crust.
Add Fruit:
Layer bananas, pineapple, strawberries.
Top:
Cover with Cool Whip. Add nuts.
Finish:
Add chocolate syrup and cherries.
Chill:
Keep in fridge 4 hours or overnight.
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A slice of colorful dessert with layers of whipped cream, pineapple, strawberries, banana slices, chocolate drizzle, and topped with maraschino cherries on a plate. | lastminrecipes.com

Good For Easter

This bright dessert fits Easter well. The colors look festive. Makes enough for family gatherings. Easy to prepare ahead.

No Oven Needed

No need to heat up the kitchen. Just mix, layer, and chill. Quick to make when busy or during hot weather.

About The Layers

Each layer adds something special. Crunchy base, creamy cheese filling, sweet fruit. Top with whipped cream, nuts, chocolate, and cherries.

Making Changes

Skip raw eggs - cream cheese works better and stays safe. Use real whipped cream instead of Cool Whip if you want. Will need to eat sooner if using fresh cream.

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A slice of layered dessert topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, bananas, a maraschino cherry, crushed nuts, and chocolate drizzle on a plate. | lastminrecipes.com

When To Make It

Good for any day, not just parties. Quick enough for regular dessert. Keeps well in fridge for sweet treats all week.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I use real whipped cream?
  • Won't last as long
  • Gets soft fast
  • Keep it cold
  • Eat in 2 days
  • Cool Whip stays firm
  • Real tastes better
→ How long in the fridge?
  • 4 hours minimum
  • Overnight is best
  • Gets firmer
  • Don't rush it
  • Keep covered
  • Stay cold
→ Can I make it vegan?
  • Needs cream cheese
  • And whipped cream
  • Vegan ones might work
  • Might be softer
  • Try small batch first
  • Taste will change
→ Tips for the crust?
  • Crush crackers well
  • Mix with melted butter
  • Press down hard
  • Get corners too
  • Make it even
  • Chill it first
→ How long does it keep?
  • 4 days max
  • Keep in fridge
  • Cover tight
  • Bananas brown
  • Gets softer
  • Best day 1-2

Conclusion

Try no bake cheesecake with strawberries or chocolate pecan pie too. Both quick and no oven needed.

No Bake Banana Split

Quick summer dessert, no baking

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
~
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Mina

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (-)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 2 cups graham crumbs.
02 ½ cup butter, melted.
03 12 oz cream cheese, soft.
04 ¼ cup sugar.
05 8 oz Cool Whip.
06 3-4 bananas, sliced.
07 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained.
08 16 oz strawberries, cut.
09 8 oz more Cool Whip.
10 ½ cup chopped walnuts.
11 Chocolate syrup.
12 Cherries.

Instructions

Step 01

Grease a 9x13 pan.

Step 02

Mix crumbs and butter. Press in pan. Put in fridge.

Step 03

Beat cream cheese and sugar 3 minutes. Mix in Cool Whip. Spread on crust.

Step 04

Put bananas on top. Add pineapple, then strawberries.

Step 05

Cover with more Cool Whip. Add nuts, chocolate, and cherries.

Step 06

Keep in fridge 4 hours or overnight. Good for 4 days if covered.

Notes

  1. Can use real whipped cream but won't last as long.
  2. Best if it sits overnight.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 pan.
  • Bowl.
  • Spatula.
  • Fork.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Nuts.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 395
  • Total Fat: 24 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 43 g
  • Protein: 5 g