Indulge your sweet cravings with our delightful Banana Split Cake, a delectable treat that combines classic flavors into a symphony of taste. This crowd-pleasing dessert features layers of moist banana cake, creamy vanilla frosting, and a luscious strawberry sauce, all topped with a generous serving of whipped cream, chopped nuts, and a maraschino cherry. Embark on a culinary journey as we present three irresistible variations of this iconic cake: the traditional Banana Split Cake, a luscious Chocolate Banana Split Cake, and a refreshing Pineapple Banana Split Cake. Each recipe offers a unique twist on the beloved classic, ensuring that there's a perfect choice for every palate.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
BANANA SPLIT CAKE
We turned the ultimate ice cream dessert into an icebox cake that's just as sweet.
Provided by Anna Theoktisto
Categories Cakes
Time 2h20m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Coat a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Stir together graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl until combined. Firmly press graham cracker mixture onto bottom of prepared baking dish. Freeze, uncovered, while you prepare filling.
- Beat cream cheese and room temperature butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add vanilla and 2 cups of the powdered sugar, and beat on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Remove baking dish from freezer, and spoon cream cheese mixture over graham cracker mixture, smoothing with a spatula.
- Spoon drained crushed pineapple over cream cheese mixture, and top with sliced bananas. Beat heavy cream and remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Spoon 3 1/2 cups of the whipped cream over bananas, spreading into even layer. Sprinkle with pecans, and drizzle with hot fudge topping.
- Spoon remaining 1/2 cup whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star tip, and pipe small rosettes over top of cake. Top each rosette with a maraschino cherry. Refrigerate, uncovered, until layers are set, about 2 hours. Garnish with sprinkles just before serving.
BANANA SPLIT CAKE
Steps:
- To make the crust, mix the crushed graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well-combined. Press the mixture into a 9x13-inch cake pan and freeze for 30 minutes.
- For the filling, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar at medium speed until smooth. Pour and spread over the chilled crust. Top the cream cheese filling with bananas and pineapple.
- Spread the whipped cream on top. Top with cherries and nuts. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 748 cal
BANANA SPLIT 'CAKE'
Go bananas with this sweet and delicious Banana Split "Cake" from Kraft. Find out how to turn your favorite ice cream dish into a delightful "cake".
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 5h30m
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine graham crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan. Freeze 10 min.
- Beat cream cheese and remaining sugar with mixer until blended. Spread carefully over crust; top with pineapple. Slice 4 bananas; arrange over pineapple.
- Beat pudding mixes and milk with whisk 2 min. Stir in 1 cup COOL WHIP; spread over banana layer in pan. Top with remaining COOL WHIP. Refrigerate 5 hours.
- Slice remaining bananas just before serving; arrange over dessert. Top with nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 220 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g
CLASSIC BANANA SPLIT CAKE
Just like an old-fashioned ice-cream parlor treat, this cake will bring back memories.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 2h5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans. In large bowl, mix flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat butter, shortening and sugar with electric mixer on medium speed about 3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Beat in vanilla. Beat in flour mixture alternately with buttermilk. Continue beating on medium speed 1 minute, scraping bowl constantly.
- Divide batter among 3 bowls (about 2 1/2 cups each). Stir 2 tablespoons of the strawberry topping and 3 drops of the red food color into batter in one bowl. Stir 2 tablespoons of the pineapple topping and 3 drops of the yellow food color into batter in second bowl. In small bowl, mix cocoa and hot water; stir into batter in third bowl. Pour batters into separate pans.
- Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Remove from pans to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- In medium bowl, mix whipped topping and pudding mix until well blended. Place strawberry cake layer on serving plate; spread with remaining 2 tablespoons strawberry topping. Top with layer of banana slices; spread with 3/4 cup frosting. Top with chocolate cake layer; spread with remaining 2 tablespoons pineapple topping. Top with layer of banana slices; spread with 3/4 cup frosting. Top with pineapple cake layer. Frost side and top of cake with remaining frosting. Drizzle with chocolate topping. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg
BANANA SPLIT CAKE II
An easy no-bake sweet treat. Perfect for those hot summer months when turning the oven on is unbearable.
Provided by Judy
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the crushed vanilla wafers and melted margarine. Pat into the bottom of one 9x13 inch pan.
- Beat the cream cheese and confectioners' sugar together until light and fluffy. Spread over the top of the vanilla wafer crust. Spoon crushed pineapple over the cream cheese layer. Then layer sliced bananas over the pineapple. Cover with the non-dairy whipped topping and sprinkle top with chopped walnuts and maraschino cherries.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 643.8 calories, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 353.1 mg, Sugar 40.3 g
BANANA CAKE IV
The only banana cake in the world!! It is easy to make, does not cost too much to buy the ingredients, and is very delicious. Everyone will like it!!
Provided by Sarah Lee Sau-wah
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9 x 5 inch loaf tin well.
- Beat the egg whites until very stiff.
- Cream butter or margarine and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat the egg yolks with the banana essence and the milk; stir into creamed mixture. Fold in bananas and walnuts. Sift the flour, and fold into the creamed mixture. Carefully fold in the egg whites. Pour batter into the prepared tin.
- Bake for 40 to 50 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack, and cool. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 327.2 mg, Sugar 11 g
BANANA SPLIT CAKE I
A lovely summer cake that requires no cooking. This recipe contains raw eggs. We recommend that pregnant women, young children, the elderly and the infirm do not consume raw eggs.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes
Time 3h40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine cracker crumbs and melted butter or margarine thoroughly and press into bottom of 9x12 inch baking pan. Chill in freezer for at least 15 minutes.
- In the medium bowl of an electric mixer combine confectioners sugar, eggs, and softened butter or margarine; beat at medium speed for 20 minutes. (This step is important, so don't try to save time).
- Spread buttercream mixture evenly over chilled crust. Place bananas, cut side down, evenly on top of buttercream and spoon crushed pineapple evenly over top of bananas. Distribute strawberries over pineapple and spread the whipped topping evenly all over. Sprinkle with walnuts and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 27.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 180.7 mg, Sugar 32.9 g
Tips:
- Make sure the bananas are ripe but not overripe, as overripe bananas will make the cake too mushy.
- Use a combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar to give the cake a richer flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting it, as this will help the frosting to set properly.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a spoon to spread the frosting on the cake.
- If you are using store-bought frosting, be sure to let it soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes before using, as this will make it easier to spread.
- For a more decadent cake, you can add a layer of chocolate ganache between the cake layers.
- To make the cake even more festive, you can decorate it with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or fresh fruit.
Conclusion:
Banana split cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist banana cake layers, creamy vanilla frosting, and colorful toppings, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this banana split cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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