Description
Indulge in a delightful no-bake Banana Split Cheesecake that captures the essence of a classic banana split in a luscious dessert. Creamy, fruity, and topped with all the fixings, this cheesecake is perfect for summer gatherings or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
Toppings:
- 2 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1 cup crushed pineapple (well-drained)
- 1 cup strawberries (diced)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- Maraschino cherries and chocolate syrup for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and chill.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Whip heavy cream separately, then fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble: Spread half of the cheesecake mixture over the crust. Layer with bananas, pineapple, and strawberries. Top with remaining cheesecake mixture.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Finish: Garnish with chocolate chips, peanuts, cherries, and chocolate syrup before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle strawberry or pineapple sauce over the top.
- Use fresh fruit for the best results.
- Pat pineapple dry to avoid a soggy filling.
- This dessert holds best when chilled overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
