Banana Split Dessert
📜 Collection: Unknown One | ✍️ Attribution: Beth Stungeon | 📂 Category: Desserts A delightful layered dessert featuring a graham cracker crust, sliced bananas, crushed pineapple, a rich egg and powdered sugar filling, and whipped topping. Perfect for gathering crowds, this chilled treat offers classic banana split flavors in every bite.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 mins | 0 mins | 4 hours | 12 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- 13x9 pan
- Mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
Ingredients
Crust
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 1/2 cups | Graham cracker crumbs | Crushed |
| 7 tbsp | Margarine | Melted |
| 1 tsp | Sugar | Optional |
Filling and Toppings
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Bananas | Sliced |
| 1 large can (15 oz) | Crushed pineapple | Drained |
| 2 | Eggs | Whole |
| 2 cups | Powdered sugar | Sifted |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract | Pure |
| 1 container (12 oz) | Cool Whip | Thawed |
| 1/2 cup | Nuts | Chopped |
| 1/2 cup | Maraschino cherries | Stemless |
Instructions
Step 1: Crust Preparation
- Combine 2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 7 tbsp margarine, and 1 tsp sugar in a mixing bowl until moistened.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 13x9 pan.
Step 2: Fruit Layers
- Slice 3 bananas and arrange them evenly over the crust.
- Spread 1 large can crushed pineapple (drained) evenly over the sliced bananas.
Step 3: Creamy Filling
- Beat 2 eggs, 2 cups powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract together with an electric mixer for 15 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Pour the creamy mixture gently over the pineapple layer.
Step 4: Topping and Chilling
- Spread 1 container Cool Whip evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup nuts and add 1/2 cup maraschino cherries over the whipped topping.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours until fully set before slicing and serving.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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