Take your dessert game to the next level with this delightful Banana Split Lasagna. Featuring layers of creamy, fruity goodness on a graham cracker crust, this dish captures the essence of a classic banana split in an irresistibly shareable form.
A Festive Twist on a Classic Banana Split
This no-bake Banana Split Lasagna is a fun and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for gatherings. Each bite offers a medley of textures and flavors, from the creamy layers to the sweet fruit and crunchy walnuts.
Tips for a Perfect Banana Split Lasagna:
- Chill Time is Key: Allow the dessert to chill for at least 4 hours to help the layers set properly.
- Fruit Freshness: Use ripe but firm bananas and fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- Drizzle Wisely: Add the chocolate syrup just before serving for a clean and vibrant presentation.

Banana Split Lasagna Recipe:
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Chill time: 4 hours
- Servings: 12
- Equipment: 9×13 inch dish, mixing bowls, whisk
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Layers:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping, divided
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
Directions:
- Prepare the Crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish. Refrigerate while you prepare the next layer.
- Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
- Fruit Layers: Arrange sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer, then spread the drained crushed pineapple on top.
- Pudding Layer: Whisk the pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl until it thickens. Pour the pudding evenly over the pineapple layer.
- Topping: Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer. Decorate with sliced strawberries and sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
- Garnish: Drizzle chocolate syrup over the dessert and dot with maraschino cherries for a festive finish.
- Chill: Refrigerate the lasagna for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to ensure the layers set beautifully.
Ready to Serve!
This Banana Split Lasagna is a show-stopping dessert that’s as delicious as it is fun to make. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet family treat, this layered masterpiece will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Banana Split Lasagna
This no-bake Banana Split Lasagna is a fun and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for gatherings. Each bite offers a medley of textures and flavors, from the creamy layers to the sweet fruit and crunchy walnuts.
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 1x
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Layers:
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whipped topping, divided
- 4 bananas, sliced
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- Chocolate syrup, for drizzling
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish. Refrigerate while you prepare the next layer.
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Cream Cheese Layer: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
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Fruit Layers: Arrange sliced bananas over the cream cheese layer, then spread the drained crushed pineapple on top.
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Pudding Layer: Whisk the pudding mix and cold milk in a bowl until it thickens. Pour the pudding evenly over the pineapple layer.
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Topping: Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pudding layer. Decorate with sliced strawberries and sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
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Garnish: Drizzle chocolate syrup over the dessert and dot with maraschino cherries for a festive finish.
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Chill: Refrigerate the lasagna for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to ensure the layers set beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
