No-Bake Banana Split Cake is a delicious layered dessert inspired by the flavors of a classic banana split sundae — but made in cake form and without needing to use the oven.
What It Is:
It’s a cold, creamy dessert that combines:
- A graham cracker crust (or cookie crumb crust)
- A creamy cheesecake-like layer (usually made with cream cheese and whipped topping)
- Layers of fresh bananas, crushed pineapple, and cherry pie filling
- A topping of whipped cream, banana slices, maraschino cherries, and optionally chopped nuts or chocolate syrup
Why It’s Special:
- No baking required — perfect for hot days or quick prep
- Sweet, fruity, creamy, and crunchy in every bite
- Great for parties, potlucks, or family desserts
It captures all the flavors of a banana split — but in a rich, sliceable, chilled dessert.
No-Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Filling:
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar)
- 3-4 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Topping:
- More whipped topping (for the top layer)
- Sliced bananas
- Maraschino cherries
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions:
- Make the crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to set.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in whipped topping gently until fully combined.
- Layer the cake:
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Layer sliced bananas over the cream cheese mixture.
- Spoon the drained pineapple evenly on top of the bananas.
- Spread cherry pie filling over the pineapple.
- Top and garnish:
- Spread a final layer of whipped topping over everything.
- Garnish with more banana slices, maraschino cherries, and chopped nuts if desired.
- Chill:
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.