No-bake Banana Split Cheesecake Recipe
This No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake recipe is a decadent dessert made with fresh bananas, cream cheese, and classic banana split toppings like whipped cream, chocolate, and cherries. Perfect for a quick, no-bake dessert, this recipe is ideal for summer gatherings or any time you want a chilled, refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
- Cream cheese
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream
- Bananas
- Pineapple chunks (drained)
- Strawberries
- Chocolate syrup
- Whipped cream
- Maraschino cherries
- Crushed peanuts (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the graham cracker crust in a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the cheesecake filling over the crust evenly.
- Layer sliced bananas, pineapple, and strawberries on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
- Before serving, drizzle with chocolate syrup, top with whipped cream, cherries, and crushed peanuts.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can make the graham cracker crust from scratch or use a store-bought version.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Best served within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of cheesecake)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 230 mg