Banana Split Cake
📜 Collection: UK2 | ✍️ Attribution: Clarice | 📂 Category: Desserts A classic layered dessert inspired by a banana split, featuring a buttery pecan crust, a sweet cream cheese filling, and layers of bananas and pineapple, all topped with whipped cream. This nostalgic treat is perfect for gatherings and can be prepared ahead for easy serving.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 mins | 20 mins | 3 hours | 12-15 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- 9x13 inch pan
- Electric mixer
- Medium bowl
- Large bowl
Ingredients
Crust
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/2 Cups | Flour | All-purpose |
| 2 Tablespoons | Sugar | Granulated |
| 1 Stick | Oleo | Softened or butter |
| 1/2 Cup | Nuts | Chopped, optional |
Filling and Topping
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 lb | Confectioners Sugar | 1 box |
| 2 | Eggs | Well beaten |
| 1 Cup | Oleo | 2 sticks, softened or butter |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract | Pure |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Butter Flavoring | None |
| 4 | Bananas | Medium, sliced |
| 20 oz | Crushed Pineapple | Well drained |
| 16 oz | Cool Whip | Thawed |
| To taste | Cherries | Maraschino, for garnish |
| To taste | Nuts | Chopped, for garnish |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare and Bake Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 stick oleo. Mix until crumbly, stir in 1/2 cup nuts if using, and press into a 9x13 inch pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden brown, then let cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare Filling and Assemble
- In a large bowl, beat 1 lb confectioners sugar, 2 eggs, 1 cup oleo, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 1/2 tsp butter flavoring with an electric mixer for 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust, then arrange 4 bananas in a single layer followed by 20 oz crushed pineapple.
- Top with 16 oz Cool Whip, spreading to cover the surface completely.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries and chopped nuts if desired. Refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours until set and chilled before serving.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: This dessert is best when prepared the day before; keep refrigerated until ready to serve to ensure the layers set properly.
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