No Bake Banana Split (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Crust
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs
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1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 tsp salt
→ For the Filling
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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8 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
→ For the Toppings
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3 to 4 bananas, sliced
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20 oz can crushed pineapple, well-drained
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20 oz strawberries, sliced
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8 oz whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)
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1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (or your favorite nuts)
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Chocolate sauce (for drizzling)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to create an even crust. Refrigerate the crust while preparing the filling.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully combined. Spread the filling evenly over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
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Arrange banana slices evenly over the filling. Spread the well-drained crushed pineapple over the bananas. Add a layer of sliced strawberries on top of the pineapple.
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Spread another layer of whipped topping over the strawberries. Drizzle chocolate sauce over the whipped topping and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to set the layers.
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Slice the cake into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy the sweet and fruity goodness of this no-bake dessert!
# Notes:
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This dessert needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours before serving to properly set.
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Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.