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No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A luscious and creamy no-bake banana split cheesecake featuring a graham cracker crust, layers of cream cheese filling, fresh bananas, crushed pineapple, maraschino cherries, and drizzled with chocolate and caramel sauces. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for a crowd and requires no oven time, setting beautifully in the fridge for a delightful treat that tastes like a classic banana split in cheesecake form.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling:

  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping, thawed

Fruit Layers:

  • 2 bananas, sliced
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved

Toppings:

  • 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce
  • Whipped cream, for garnish
  • Additional banana slices, maraschino cherries, and chocolate pieces for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix well until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9×9-inch baking dish to form the base crust. Set aside.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract and continue to beat until fully incorporated. Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Layer the cheesecake: Spread half of the cream cheese filling evenly over the prepared crust in the baking dish. Then layer the sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, and halved maraschino cherries over this filling layer, dispersing the fruit evenly.
  4. Add the remaining cheesecake layer: Carefully spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the fruit layer, smoothing it out with a spatula for an even top layer.
  5. Top and chill: Drizzle chocolate syrup and caramel sauce generously over the top of the cheesecake layers. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the cheesecake is fully set and firm.
  6. Garnish and serve: Before serving, decorate the top of the cheesecake with whipped cream, additional banana slices, maraschino cherries, and chocolate pieces for a decadent finishing touch. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your no-bake banana split cheesecake!

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and a smooth filling.
  • The cheesecake must chill for at least 4 hours to fully set; overnight chilling is ideal for the best texture.
  • Use fresh fruit for the best flavor but ensure the pineapple is well drained to avoid sogginess.
  • For a firmer crust, press the graham cracker mixture firmly and consider chilling the crust 10 minutes before adding the filling.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimum freshness.

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