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No-Bake Banana Split Cake

No-Bake Banana Split Cake

A delightful and effortless No-Bake Banana Split Cake featuring creamy layers, fresh fruits like bananas, strawberries, and pineapple, balanced with whipped cream and a crunchy cookie crust. Perfect for quick treats, family-friendly occasions, and customizable to suit dietary preferences.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chill time)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit Layers

  • 3–4 ripe bananas, sliced
  • 1 cup strawberry topping (fresh or canned)
  • 1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained
  • Maraschino cherries, for garnish

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Filling

  • 1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Crush vanilla wafers or graham crackers into fine crumbs, combine with melted butter, and press evenly into the base of a 9×13 inch pan or springform pan to form a firm crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  2. Mix the Pudding Filling: Whisk vanilla pudding mix with cold milk until thickened, then gently fold in whipped cream to create a fluffy, creamy filling.
  3. Layer the Bananas and Fruit: Evenly spread sliced bananas over the chilled crust, add a layer of pineapple chunks, then spoon strawberry topping over the bananas.
  4. Add the Creamy Pudding Mixture: Spread the pudding and whipped cream blend carefully over the fruit layers, smoothing it out evenly to bind the ingredients together.
  5. Chill to Set: Cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow flavors to meld and the cake to set firmly.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top with maraschino cherries and additional crushed cookies for decoration and extra crunch. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Use the ripest bananas and freshest fruit to maximize flavor and prevent browning.
  • Do not skip the refrigerating step as it is crucial for texture and sliceability.
  • Fold whipped cream gently into the pudding mixture to maintain light and airy consistency.
  • Press the crust firmly into the pan to prevent crumbling when slicing.
  • Use a sharp knife dipped in warm water for clean cuts without smudging layers.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12th of cake)
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: no-bake, banana split, dessert, cake, easy, creamy, fruit, family-friendly, summer dessert