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No-Bake Banana Split Lasagna Recipe

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4.6 from 142 reviews
  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This No-Bake Banana Split Lasagna is a delightful, layered dessert combining a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese and Cool Whip filling, and fresh fruit layers of bananas, pineapple, and strawberries. Topped with toasted walnuts, chocolate syrup, colorful sprinkles, and maraschino cherries, it’s a refreshing, easy-to-make treat that’s perfect for warm weather or any festive occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • Cooking spray, as needed
  • 2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • Pinch kosher salt

For the Lasagna

  • 1 1/2 (8-oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 (8-oz) tubs Cool Whip
  • 3 bananas, thinly sliced into rounds
  • 1 (20-oz) can crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1 lb. strawberries, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
  • Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
  • Rainbow sprinkles, for topping
  • Maraschino cherries, for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, sugar, and a pinch of kosher salt. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly incorporated. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator and chill for at least 15 minutes until the crust is set and firm.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Gently fold in one tub of Cool Whip to maintain the airy texture. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the chilled graham cracker crust, creating the first creamy layer of the lasagna.
  3. Layer the Fruit: Arrange thinly sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer, covering it completely. Next, evenly distribute the well-drained crushed pineapple over the banana layer. Follow this with a layer of finely chopped strawberries, making sure each layer is spread uniformly to create distinct, beautiful layers.
  4. Add the Final Toppings: Spread the remaining tub of Cool Whip over the fruit layers to finish off the lasagna. Sprinkle the toasted and chopped walnuts evenly on top for a crunchy contrast in texture.
  5. Chill: Cover the baking dish and refrigerate the lasagna for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set properly.
  6. Serve: Just before serving, drizzle chocolate syrup over the top of the lasagna. Add rainbow sprinkles and maraschino cherries to garnish and provide a festive finish to this colorful and delicious dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure the crushed pineapple is well drained to prevent the dessert from becoming soggy.
  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the walnuts or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
  • This dessert is best served chilled and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
  • Use fresh fruit to maintain vibrant colors and flavors in your lasagna layers.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: No-Bake Dessert, Banana Split Lasagna, Layered Fruit Dessert, Cool Whip Dessert, Easy Summer Dessert

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