Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake (Ready-to-Print Version)

Creamy, fruity dessert layers over a crisp graham crust—perfect for summer with minimal prep and no oven needed.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Graham Cracker Crust

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Cream Cheese Filling

04 - 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 cup powdered sugar
08 - 8 ounces whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed

→ Fruit Layer

09 - 3 ripe bananas, sliced 1/4 inch thick
10 - 1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
11 - 16 ounces fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Whipped Cream Topping

12 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
13 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

→ Toppings

14 - 1/3 cup chopped pecans
15 - 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
16 - 12 maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the crumb mixture evenly and firmly into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to set.
02 - In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Blend in sweetened condensed milk and lemon juice. Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Gently fold in thawed whipped topping until fully incorporated. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust.
03 - Evenly arrange freshly sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer. Sprinkle the well-drained crushed pineapple over the bananas, distributing it across the entire surface.
04 - Evenly distribute sliced strawberries over the pineapple layer, ensuring complete coverage for a balanced flavor and visual appeal.
05 - In a chilled mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form, approximately 3 minutes. Gently spread the whipped cream over the fruit layer, smoothing the top with a spatula.
06 - Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly across the whipped topping. Drizzle chocolate syrup in a zigzag pattern, then garnish with maraschino cherries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 5 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and layers to set.

# Handy Tips:

01 - To prevent banana browning, toss freshly sliced bananas with a small amount of pineapple juice before layering.
02 - For best results, thoroughly drain crushed pineapple to prevent excess moisture in the finished cake.
03 - This dessert is ideal for preparing up to 2 days in advance and is best enjoyed within 3-4 days when stored refrigerated.

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