No-Bake Banana Split Lasagna Recipe
A delightful no-bake dessert combining the classic flavors of a banana split layered into a creamy and fruity lasagna. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, sweetened cream cheese and Cool Whip layers, fresh bananas, pineapple, strawberries, and topped with walnuts, chocolate syrup, sprinkles, and cherries, this dessert is perfect for a refreshing summer treat or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- Cooking spray
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Pinch kosher salt
Cream Cheese Layer
- 1 1/2 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 (8-oz.) tubs Cool Whip
Fruit Layers and Toppings
- 3 bananas, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 (20-oz.) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1 pound strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
- Rainbow sprinkles, for topping
- Maraschino cherries, for topping
Instructions
- Make Crust: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed, then press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form an even crust. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let it set.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy. Gently fold in 1 tub of Cool Whip to create a smooth, creamy layer.
- Assemble Lasagna: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust. Layer the sliced bananas evenly over the cream cheese, followed by the drained crushed pineapple, and then the finely chopped strawberries, creating distinct fruit layers.
- Add Toppings: Spread the remaining tub of Cool Whip evenly on top of the fruit layers. Sprinkle the toasted and chopped walnuts over the top to add crunch and flavor.
- Chill: Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set firmly.
- Serve: Just before serving, drizzle chocolate syrup over the top of the dessert. Sprinkle with colorful rainbow sprinkles and place maraschino cherries on top for a festive finish.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well drained to avoid a soggy dessert.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- To toast walnuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant.
- This dessert can be prepared a day ahead, making it perfect for parties or gatherings.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: banana split, no-bake dessert, layered dessert, graham cracker crust, fruit lasagna, cool whip dessert, summer dessert
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