{"id":"8183d97d-b26d-4213-8ce1-1b096432b8f8","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/8183d97d-b26d-4213-8ce1-1b096432b8f8","source_url":"https://easydiycrafts.com/creamy-no-bake-banana-split-summer-fun/","title":"Creamy No Bake Banana Split","description":"A delightful no-bake dessert that layers creamy textures with ripe bananas and sweet hot fudge, perfect for summer gatherings.","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT15M","total_time":"PT4H","image_url":"https://easydiycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/creamy-no-bake-banana-split-thats-perfect-for-sum-2026-05-29-213240-819x1024-1-225x225.webp","ingredients":[{"text":"1 package Graham Crackers (Crushed)","item":"Graham Crackers","quantity":1,"unit":"package","preparation":"Crushed"},{"text":"1/2 cup Butter (Melted, unsalted)","item":"Butter","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"Melted, unsalted"},{"text":"1/4 cup Powdered Sugar","item":"Powdered Sugar","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"8 oz Cream Cheese (Softened)","item":"Cream Cheese","quantity":8,"unit":"oz","preparation":"Softened"},{"text":"3 medium Bananas (Ripe, sliced)","item":"medium Bananas","quantity":3,"preparation":"Ripe, sliced"},{"text":"1 cup Crushed Pineapple (Well-drained)","item":"Crushed Pineapple","quantity":1,"unit":"cup","preparation":"Well-drained"},{"text":"3 cups Cool Whip","item":"Cool Whip","quantity":3,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 cup Maraschino Cherries (For garnish)","item":"Maraschino Cherries","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"For garnish"},{"text":"1/2 cup Crushed Walnuts (Optional)","item":"Crushed Walnuts","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"Optional"},{"text":"1/2 cup Hot Fudge Sauce (For drizzling)","item":"Hot Fudge Sauce","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"For drizzling"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and powdered sugar. Stir until well mixed and resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish."},{"number":2,"text":"the Cream Cheese Layer: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add 1/4 cup powdered sugar, mixing until creamy."},{"number":3,"text":"in the Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the Cool Whip until fully incorporated."},{"number":4,"text":"the Dessert: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the graham cracker crust. Place the banana slices on top, followed by the crushed pineapple."},{"number":5,"text":"a Second Layer of Cool Whip: Spoon the remaining Cool Whip over the fruit layer, spreading gently."},{"number":6,"text":"with Hot Fudge: Warm the hot fudge sauce slightly, then drizzle over the top of the dessert."},{"number":7,"text":"Finish with maraschino cherries and crushed walnuts on top."},{"number":8,"text":"Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight."},{"number":9,"text":"Slice into squares, serve chilled, and enjoy!"}],"date_published":"2026-10-30T09:20:27.863178+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-30T09:20:27.863178+00:00"}