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Published: Apr 26, 2019 Last Updated: Feb 20, 2024
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This easy Banana Split Cheesecake recipe is the perfect summer dessert. Layers of graham cracker, cheesecake, pineapple, bananas, strawberries and all the sundae toppings!
Add some homemade Whipped Cream to the top of this sweet treat! Try our banana split cheesecake bars for an even easier treat!
Table of Contents
- Why This Recipe is Best
- Ingredient Notes
- Easy Instructions
- Recipe FAQs
- More Banana Split Desserts
- MoreEasy Dessert Recipes:
- Banana Split Cheesecake Recipe
Why This Recipe is Best
Growing up, we always had ice cream on Friday nights.
I would always choose Heath Blizzard or Butterfinger Blizzard. And my dad always had a Banana Split Sundae.
I would look at his giant bowl of deliciousness and think “NEXT TIME, that’s what I’m getting!!!”
But then the next week, I couldn’t do it. I couldn’t try something new and take the chance on if I would like it.
Well, fast forward to adulthood, it turns out I love Banana Splits.
And making this Easy Banana Split Cheesecake recipe is the highlight of summer.
It is layer upon layer of deliciousness.
- A base of a buttery graham cracker crust
- Super creamy no bake cheesecake
- Fresh sliced bananas and strawberries and pineapple
- Topped with whipped cream, hot fudge, nuts and a cherry!
Love pie? Today’s banana split pie is just for you!
Ingredient Notes
- Graham Cracker Crumbs – These are used to make the crust. Make them yourself by crushing whole graham crackers until finely ground.Or buy a box of crumbs at the store that are ready to use.
- Cream Cheese – Room temperature cream cheese is softer and easier to blend with the other ingredients for a smooth, creamy filling. Full-fat cream cheese sold in a block (not the tub) will yield the best texture and flavor.
- Fruit – We topped the pie with sliced bananas, strawberries and canned crushed pineapple. And don’t forget the cherry on top!
- Cool Whip – This is spread over the fruit toppings. You can swap it out for realwhipped creamif preferred. Or make ourhomemade cool whip!
- Chocolate Syrup – A must for topping any banana split! Use ourhomemade chocolate syrupfor best results or you can swap in store-bought. Or use hot fudge if you prefer.
Easy Instructions
Step 1. Make the crust. Start by making your graham cracker crumb crust. You could purchase them already made, but I love the flavor of a homemade crust!
Step 2. Make the cheesecake filling. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crusts.
Step 3. Add the fruit. Top the cheesecake with crushed pineapple and the sliced bananas and strawberries. Spread Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) over the top. Decorate with chocolate chips.
Step 4. Chill and serve. Refrigerate pies for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture. When ready to serve, sprinkle with toasted pecans, drizzle with chocolate syrup (or hot fudge) and add a maraschino cherry on each slice. ENJOY!
Recipe FAQs
How do I store cheesecake?
The cheesecake should be stored, covered, in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 4-5 days. It’s best to add the toppings when ready to serve so they are fresh.
Can I freeze Banana Split Cheesecake?
Yes! Assemble the cheesecake, up to the point of adding Cool Whip, and wrap the top of the cheesecake in plastic wrap. Then completely wrap cheesecake in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator overnight before topping and serving.
Can I make individual cheesecakes?
Yes, you can make smaller individual size servings of this dessert. Use mini pie plates, quiche tins or parfait jars and place graham cracker crumbs in the bottom loosely before continuing to assemble the layers.
More Banana Split Desserts
I just so happen to be obsessed with banana split desserts.
- The most amazing cake I’ve ever made is this Banana Split Cake. Two banana cake layers, one chocolate cake layer…all the fruit and whipped cream in a beautiful layer cake!
- Want something unique? Try making this easy Banana Split Fudge recipe. It will be the hit at your next party!
MoreEasy Dessert Recipes:
- Caramel Corn
- Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe
- Avalanche Krispie Treats
- Peanut Butter Cookies
- Pumpkin Cheesecake
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Banana Split Cheesecake
5 from 11 votes
By: Aimee
Easy Banana Split Cheesecake is the perfect summer dessert. Layers of graham cracker, cheesecake, pineapple, bananas, strawberries and all the sundae toppings!
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours hours
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 4 hours hours 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 2½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¾ cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 packages 8 ounce each cream cheese, softened
- 12 ounce can crushed pineapple well drained
- 3 medium bananas sliced
- 1 pint strawberries sliced
- 12 ounce cool whip thawed
- maraschino cherries
- ¼ cup chocolate syrup
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup pecan halves
Instructions
Start by making your graham cracker crumb crust. You could purchase them already made, but I love the flavor of a homemade crust!
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until fine crumbs. Add melted butter and mix with a fork.
Press into the bottom of two 9-inch pie plates.
Bake crust for about 10 minutes. Remove and cool completely.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled crusts.
Layer with crushed pineapple, bananas, and sliced strawberries.
Spread Cool Whip (or homemade whipped cream) over the top. Chill in refrigerator for 4 hours, or overnight.
Decorate with chocolate chips, pecans, and cherries.
Notes
- Freeze: After assembling the cheesecake, up to the point of adding Cool Whip, wrap the top of the cheesecake in plastic wrap. Then completely wrap cheesecake in aluminum foil. Freeze cheesecake for up to one month for best flavor. Thaw in refrigerator overnight before serving. Top with hot fudge, nuts, and cherry right before serving.
- Make individual size servings by using mini pie plates, quiche tins, or parfait jars. Just put the graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of the jars loosely.
- Use softened,room temperature cream cheese for the creamiest, smoothest filling.
- Be sure tochill for at least 4 hours so you can easily slice the pie. Overnight is really best if you have the time!
- Nuts – Feel free to swap the pecan halves with walnuts, peanuts or another favorite nutty topping. Or leave it off if you need a nut-free dessert.
- Topping substititions – Feel free to switch up the toppings based on your preferences for banana splits. Caramel, strawberry and butterscotch sauce would all be delicious on this cake too!
- Graham cracker crust– Check out all our tips and tricks forhow to make a graham cracker pie crustfor this recipe. You could also use Nilla Wafersor substitute a store-bought graham cracker crust if you prefer.
- See blog post for more recipe tips and tricks.
Nutrition
Calories: 469kcal, Carbohydrates: 53g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 29g, Saturated Fat: 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 52mg, Sodium: 228mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 40g
Course: Pies and Tarts
Cuisine: American
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