*Ingredients:*
– 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 4 bananas, sliced
– 20 oz crushed pineapple, drained
– 16 oz strawberries, sliced
– 12 oz whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
– Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
– Maraschino cherries, for garnish
– Chopped nuts, for garnish
*Instructions:*
1. *Prepare the Crust:*
– In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
– Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to set while you prepare the filling.
2. *Make the Filling:*
– In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
– Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until well combined.
– Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
3. *Add the Layers:*
– Arrange the sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer.
– Evenly spread the drained crushed pineapple over the banana layer.
– Top with a layer of sliced strawberries.
4. *Top with Whipped Topping:*
– Spread the whipped topping evenly over the layers.
5. *Garnish:*
– Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
– Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
– Garnish with maraschino cherries.
6. *Chill and Serve:*
– Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
– Slice and serve chilled.
Enjoy your delicious No-Bake Banana Split Cake! 🍌🍍🍓🍫