Banana Split Cake Recipe With Graham Cracker Crust
If you're a fan of the classic ice cream dessert, the banana split, then you're in for a treat. We've taken all the delicious flavors of a banana split and turned it into a cake. This Banana Split Cake Recipe With Graham Cracker Crust is the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a birthday party, backyard BBQ, or just a weeknight treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 16 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- Whipped cream and maraschino cherries, for topping
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
- In another mixing bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups of the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust in the baking dish.
- Top the cream cheese mixture with the crushed pineapple, sliced bananas, and chopped strawberries.
- In yet another mixing bowl, beat the remaining 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the chopped walnuts and mini chocolate chips.
- Spread the whipped cream mixture over the fruit layer.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
- When ready to serve, top with whipped cream and maraschino cherries, if desired.
This Banana Split Cake Recipe With Graham Cracker Crust is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The creamy, fruity, and nutty flavors all work together for the perfect dessert. It's easy to make and will impress all your guests. Try it out at your next get-together!