Heavenly No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake 🍌🍓🍰
This No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake is a dreamy, layered dessert that brings together all the classic flavors of a banana split—without ever turning on your oven! With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and layers of fresh fruit and whipped topping, it’s a showstopper that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for summer parties, birthdays, or anytime you need a chilled crowd-pleaser!
🛒 Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
- 2 large ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries, sliced
For the Topping:
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions
• In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully moistened.
• Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch pan. Place in the fridge to chill while you prepare the filling.
• In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
• Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated into the cream cheese mixture.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
• Layer banana slices evenly over the cream cheese layer.
• Add a layer of well-drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
• Top with a layer of sliced strawberries.
• Spread a final layer of whipped topping across the entire dish.
• Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired, then drizzle with chocolate syrup and top with maraschino cherries.
• Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before slicing and serving.
⏱️ Prep & Chill Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
🍽️ Yield & Storage
Makes 12–15 servings. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This dessert is best enjoyed fresh and chilled!
This no-bake treat captures all the nostalgia of a banana split—rich cheesecake, sweet fruit, and creamy topping, all in one irresistible bite. Easy, refreshing, and indulgent!
