Banana Split Cake With Yellow Cake Mix
Who doesn't love a good banana split? Well, what if we told you that you could have all the deliciousness of a banana split in cake form? That's right, with this banana split cake with yellow cake mix recipe, you can enjoy the classic dessert in a new and tasty way. So, let's get started!
Ingredients
First, let's go through the ingredients you'll need:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix
- 1 can of crushed pineapple, drained
- 2-3 bananas, sliced
- 1 container of strawberries, sliced
- 1 container of Cool Whip
- 1 jar of maraschino cherries
- 1 cup of chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup of chocolate chips
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup of water
Directions
Now that you have your ingredients ready, it's time to make the cake!
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix well.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple.
- Pour the cake batter into the greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled, spread the sliced bananas over the cake.
- Add the sliced strawberries on top of the bananas.
- Spoon the Cool Whip over the strawberries and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the Cool Whip.
- Scatter the maraschino cherries on top of the walnuts.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the entire cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least an hour to set.
- Slice and serve!
Variations
If you're feeling adventurous, here are some variations to try:
- Use a chocolate cake mix instead of yellow for a different flavor.
- Add a layer of vanilla pudding between the cake and fruit for extra creaminess.
- Try using different fruits such as blueberries or raspberries.
- Instead of Cool Whip, use whipped cream for a homemade touch.
- Top with hot fudge or caramel sauce for added sweetness.
Conclusion
So there you have it, a delicious and easy recipe for banana split cake with yellow cake mix. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion and is sure to please any crowd. And with so many variations, you can switch it up and make it your own. So what are you waiting for? Try this recipe out today and enjoy the sweet flavors of a banana split in cake form!
