🍌🍒🍫 Heavenly No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake
A showstopping summer dessert with all the joy of a banana split – no oven required!
If sunshine had a flavor, it would be this no-bake banana split cheesecake. Creamy layers of cheesecake filling, sweet bananas, juicy cherries, and pineapple all nestled over a buttery graham cracker crust… drizzled with chocolate and caramel. This is the ultimate fruity-meets-indulgent treat you’ll crave all year long!
Perfect for potlucks, summer parties, or whenever your sweet tooth demands a nostalgic twist, this cheesecake comes together in minutes (and disappears just as fast!).
Why You’ll Love It:
- No oven needed — perfect for warm weather!
- Layers of flavor — creamy, fruity, crunchy, chocolatey… all in one bite
- Crowd-pleaser — gorgeous presentation and easy to slice
- Make-ahead friendly — chill it in advance and serve when ready!
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- ½ cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- ½ cup maraschino cherries, halved
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup
- ¼ cup caramel sauce
- Whipped cream, for garnish
- Extra banana slices, cherries, and chocolate pieces for garnish
Instructions:
- Make the crust:
In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Set aside. - Prepare the filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until well combined. - Layer it up:
Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust. Layer banana slices evenly over the top, followed by crushed pineapple and maraschino cherries. - Add the final layer:
Carefully spread the remaining cheesecake mixture over the fruit. Drizzle generously with chocolate syrup and caramel sauce. - Chill to set:
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow the layers to firm up. - Garnish and serve:
Just before serving, dollop with whipped cream and decorate with extra banana slices, cherry halves, and chocolate pieces. Slice, serve, and watch it disappear!
Tips & Twists:
- Want more crunch? Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans on top.
- Make it boozy: Add a splash of banana liqueur or rum to the cream cheese mixture.
- Go big: Double the recipe for a 9×13-inch pan to feed a crowd!
Nutrition Info (per serving):
Calories: 420 kcal | Servings: 12
This no-bake banana split cheesecake is sunshine in every bite — fruity, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying. Whether you’re making it for a birthday, BBQ, or a midweek treat, it’s guaranteed to steal the show.
Let me know if you try it — and don’t forget to tag your creations!
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