No Bake Banana Split Dessert

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Chilling Time: 4 hours
• Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes

Intensity:

• Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

Crust:

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

Filling:

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed

Toppings:

• 4-5 bananas, sliced
• 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
• 1 container (8 ounces) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
• 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
• 1/4 cup maraschino cherries, halved
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Crust:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
   • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
2. Prepare Filling:
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
   • Add the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
   • Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble Dessert:
   • Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the chilled crust.
   • Arrange the sliced bananas evenly over the filling.
   • Spoon the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the banana layer.
   • Spread the whipped topping evenly over the pineapple layer.
4. Chill Dessert:
   • Cover the dessert with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
5. Serve:
   • Before serving, drizzle the chocolate syrup over the top of the dessert.
   • Garnish with maraschino cherries and chopped nuts, if desired.
   • Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 16 servings):

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 32g
• Sodium: 200mg

Enjoy your refreshing and easy No Bake Banana Split Dessert!