Banana Split Icebox Cake With Cool Whip
If you're looking for a no-bake dessert that's easy to make and perfect for summer, look no further than this banana split icebox cake with cool whip. It's a delicious combination of graham crackers, cream cheese, pudding, fruit, and everyone's favorite whipped topping.
Ingredients:
- 1 box graham crackers
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1 box instant vanilla pudding
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 can crushed pineapple, drained
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 container Cool Whip
- Maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the pudding mix and milk and mix until well combined.
- Spread a small amount of the pudding mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan to prevent the graham crackers from sticking.
- Arrange a layer of graham crackers over the pudding mixture, breaking the crackers into pieces as necessary to fit. Spread a layer of pudding over the crackers.
- Add a layer of sliced bananas, followed by a layer of crushed pineapple. Top with a layer of Cool Whip.
- Repeat the layers of graham crackers, pudding, bananas, pineapple, and Cool Whip until you have used all of the ingredients, ending with a layer of Cool Whip.
- If desired, garnish the top with maraschino cherries.
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Variations:
While this banana split icebox cake with cool whip is delicious as is, you can also mix it up by trying some of these variations:
- Use chocolate graham crackers instead of regular graham crackers for a chocolate twist.
- Substitute different fruits, such as strawberries or blueberries, for the bananas and pineapple.
- Try using different flavors of pudding, such as chocolate or banana, for a different flavor.
Conclusion
This banana split icebox cake with cool whip is a perfect dessert for any occasion, from family dinners to summer parties. It's easy to make, no-bake, and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. Give it a try today and enjoy the delicious flavors of a classic banana split in cake form.
