A classic no-bake layered dessert inspired by a banana split, with a buttery crust, a sweet creamy filling, and layers of bananas and pineapple, all topped with whipped cream.

Author

Clarice


Recipe

Crust

MeasurementsIngredients
1 1/2 C.Flour
2 TSugar
1 stOleo (or butter, softened)
1/2 CNuts, chopped (optional)

Filling

MeasurementsIngredients
1 box (1 lb)Confectioners Sugar
2Eggs (well beaten)
2 sticks (1 cup)Oleo (or butter, softened)
1 tspVanilla Extract
1 1/2 tspButter Flavoring
4Bananas, sliced
1 Large Can (20 oz)Crushed Pineapple, well drained
1 large (16 oz)Container Cool Whip (or other whipped topping), thawed
Maraschino Cherries (optional, for garnish)
Chopped Nuts (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine flour, sugar, and 1 stick of oleo. Mix until crumbly, then stir in nuts if using. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Bake Crust: Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let the crust cool completely.
  3. Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, beat the confectioners sugar, well-beaten eggs, 2 sticks of oleo, vanilla extract, and butter flavoring. Beat for 5 minutes with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Assemble Layers: Spread the filling mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
  5. Arrange the sliced bananas over the filling.
  6. Spread the well-drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
  7. Top with the thawed Cool Whip.
  8. Garnish & Chill: Garnish with maraschino cherries and chopped nuts if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours before serving.