Delightful No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake
Indulge in the creamy, refreshing, and irresistible Delightful No-Bake Banana Split Cheesecake. Perfect for hot days, this easy dessert features a smooth banana cheesecake filling, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and vibrant toppings like fresh bananas, maraschino cherries, and chocolate syrup. No baking required!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups sliced bananas
- 1 cup maraschino cherries, halved
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
Instructions
ructions:
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to set.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble: Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set.
- Top and Serve: Before serving, top the cheesecake with sliced bananas, maraschino cherries, chocolate chunks, and drizzle with chocolate syrup.
Notes
- This recipe can be prepared ahead of time—just refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- For a different flavor twist, you can use other fruits or crushed cookies for the crust.
- You can freeze the cheesecake, but the texture may slightly change upon thawing.
