Banana Split Lush
This No Bake Banana Lush is perfect for summer!
This No Bake Banana Split Lush is always a showstopper! Layers of graham crackers, creamy fillings and topped with sprinkles, hot fudge, cherries, it is delicious!! I love a good no bake dessert
Get ready to drool over this mouth-watering No Bake Banana Split Lush. This show-stopping treat is perfect for any summer gathering or BBQ. I love lush desserts, they are the perfect no bake dessert for summer.
With layers of graham crackers, creamy fillings, and a variety of delicious toppings, this dessert is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. And the best part? It’s a no bake dessert, so no need to turn on the oven and heat up your kitchen in the summer heat.
Starting with a simple graham cracker crust, this delicious cake is then topped with a creamy cream cheese layer and a luscious banana layer before being piled high with whipped cream, hot fudge, sprinkles, and a cherry. It’s the ultimate dessert for any spring or summer occasion.
But the real beauty of this recipe? It’s easy and fast, making it perfect for when you want to impress with minimal effort. Plus, it’s family-friendly and can be made ahead of time for any last-minute gatherings or potlucks.
And for those wondering, yes, you can freeze this No Bake Banana Split Lush for up to 3 months. Just let it thaw for an hour before serving. And if you want to mix it up, feel free to top it with your favorite toppings like walnuts, pineapple ice cream topping, or even crushed up waffle cones.
This is a great dessert in the spring and summer because it is cool, creamy and refreshing. I like that I can make it the night before and have a stunning dessert for any bbq, cookout or potluck this summer.
I always want to bring the best dessert to every gathering and this one has always impressed. It just looks so gorgeous with it’s layers and everyone always loves anything with a cherry and sprinkles on top.
This delicious dessert makes the perfect sweet ending to any summer cookout and it has all the flavors of a classic banana split.
I promise this simple yet impressive dessert will be your new go-to dessert all summer!
I promise your whole family will love these No Bake Banana Split Lush.
You will want to make this dessert again and again! We do!
You will love this recipe because it is
- Easy and fast.
- Family-friendly.
- No Bake.
- Full of flavor.
- Perfect for summer.
- Great for parties.
Can I freeze this No Bake Banana Split Lush?
Lush cakes freeze beautifully. Just wrap them in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Let them thaw an hour before serving.
What else can I top this with?
I like to top this with the traditional banana split toppings like whipped cream, hot fudge sauce, cherries and sprinkles. But you can also top it with walnuts, pineapple ice cream topping, crushed up waffle cones, banana slices or fresh strawberries.
Can I use other cookies for the crust?
Yes! You can use crushed-up vanilla wafers or oreo cookies, just keep the same amount.
Ingredients used for this banana split lush dessert recipe
●Graham cracker crumbs- You can crush your own, but I do cheat and use the precrushed ones. This would also be great with chocolate graham crackers.
● Butter- Every good dessert starts with butter.
● Cream cheese- Make sure this is softened, it makes mixing so much easier.
● Powdered sugar-This helps sweetened things up.
● Instant banana pudding- Make sure you get instant pudding mix and not cook and serve pudding.
● Milk- I like to use whole milk but you can use whatever milk you drink.
● Whipped topping- (cool whip) just like a real banana split this gets topped with delicious whipped cream.
● Hot fudge, sprinkles, maraschino cherries- All the best toppings for this banana split cake.
How to make this No Bake Banana Lush
- FULL RECIPE BELOW
- Combine graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter in a large bowl.
- Stir until well blended.
- Press the cookie crumbs into the bottom of a glass baking dish.
- Next prepare the fillings.
- In large bowl using a hand mixer combine the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Fold in one container of the whipped topping.
- Spread over cookie crust.
- In medium bowl, whisk together the dry pudding mixes and milk until combined.
- Spread the banana cream pudding mixture layer over the cream cheese layer.
- Use the rest of the whipped topping to top the pudding layer.
- Garnish with hot fudge, maraschino cherry, sprinkles.
- Refrigerate until set.
- Serve!
Want more cool and creamy desserts? Check these out!
- Lime Icebox Cake
- Pig Pickin’ Tres Leches Cake
- No Bake Caramel Apple Lush
- Pina Colada Cheesecake Bars
- Cookies and Cream Lush
- Peanut Butter Lush
Banana Split Lush
This No Bake Banana Split Lush is always a showstopper! Layers of graham crackers, creamy fillings and topped with sprinkles, hot fudge, cherries, it is delicious!! I love a good no bake dessert
Ingredients
- ● 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- ● 8 tablespoons butter, melted
- ● 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ● 1 cup powdered sugar
- ● 2 (3.4 ounce) boxes instant banana pudding
- ● 3 cups milk
- ● 2 (8 ounce) containers whipped topping
- ● Hot fudge, sprinkles, cherries for topping
Instructions
1. Place the graham cracker crumbs into a large bowl and add
the melted butter.
2. Stir until well blended.
3. Press the cookie crumbs into the bottom of a 9x13 glass baking dish.
4. Next prepare the fillings.
5. In large bowl using an electric mixer combine the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
6. Fold in one container of the whipped topping.
7. Spread over cookie crust.
8. In medium bowl, whisk together the dry pudding mixes and milk until combined.
9. Spread the banana pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.
10. Use the rest of the whipped topping to top the pudding layer.
11. Garnish with hot fudge, cherries, sprinkles.
12. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
13. Serve!
Notes
● Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
● You can freeze this to make slicing a little cleaner but it is not necessary.
● This is a great make ahead dessert.
● This looks stunning in a clear glass dish.
