Banana Split Dessert

The Banana Split Dessert is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It was inspired by the classic banana split ice cream sundae.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Banana Split Dessert

Cooking Method: No cooking required Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert, Frozen Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 2100

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter, melted
• 1 cup Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 cup Whipped Topping
• 2 cup Bananas, sliced
• 1 cup Pineapple Tidbits, drained
• 0.5 cup Maraschino Cherries
• 0.5 cup Chocolate Syrup
• 0.25 cup Chopped Nuts (optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9x13-inch dish to form the crust.
2. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping.
3. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
4. Layer the sliced bananas, pineapple tidbits, and maraschino cherries over the cream cheese mixture.
5. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with chopped nuts, if desired.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
7. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.