Description
A creamy, no-bake cheesecake that combines the delightful flavors of a banana split, perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- Whipped cream (for garnish)
- Additional banana slices (for garnish)
- Maraschino cherries (for garnish)
- Chocolate pieces (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs look like wet sand. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish to form a crust. Set aside.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fluffy.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Add a layer of banana slices, crushed pineapple, and halved maraschino cherries on top. Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the fruit layer.
- Add Toppings: Drizzle chocolate syrup and caramel sauce on top of the cheesecake.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 240 minutes until set.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, add whipped cream, extra banana slices, maraschino cherries, and chocolate pieces on top. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending. Consider adding chopped nuts or coconut on top for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheesecake, no-bake, dessert, banana split, easy recipe