Banana Split Cheesecake

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: banana split cheesecake, no bake banana split cheesecake

Prep Time: 1

Cook Time: 10

chill: 2

Total Time: 3 10

Servings:

Calories: 583kcal

This Banana Split Cheesecake is everything you love about the classic dessert reimagined into a creamy, no bake cheesecake! With layers of sweet graham cracker crumble, rich cheesecake filling, fresh fruit and all your favorite toppings - the perfect no-bake treat for any celebration! Make them ahead in jars for a fun and easy dessert that’s sure to impress!

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Ingredients

Graham Cracker Crumble

9 whole crackers graham crackers about 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
6 tablespoon salted butter

Creamy Cheesecake

12 ounces cream cheese 1 1/2 blocks, room temperature
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 1 can
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Whipped Cream

¾ cup heavy cream
3 tablespoon powdered sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

2 to 3 bananas
1 ½ cups chopped strawberries
fudge sauce
sprinkles
maraschino cherries

Instructions

Graham Cracker Crumble

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Crush graham crackers in a large ziplock bag and then pour into a large bowl. Add sugar and stir to combine.
9 whole crackers graham crackers, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Melt butter in a small bowl (in the microwave), then pour melted butter over crumbs and stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
6 tablespoon salted butter
Spread crumbs onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake 8-10 minutes (watch carefully so they don't over-bake). Set aside to cool.

Creamy Cheesecake

Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese until fully smooth. Once smooth, slowly add the condensed milk and blend well.
12 ounces cream cheese, 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Continue mixing, and add lemon juice, Greek yogurt and vanilla. Blend until all ingredients are fully combined.
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add a couple tablespoons of graham cracker crumble to each jar, and then spoon a generous layer of cheesecake on top. Level and smooth as needed.
Cover well (with jar lids or plastic wrap) and chill at least 2 hours before serving. The cheesecake may be made up to 2 days in advance and kept (covered) in the fridge.

Whipped Cream

Chill a mixing bowl and beaters (whisk attachment) by placing them in the freezer about 5 minutes. This will help the cream whip up faster.
When the bowl has chilled, pour cream into bowl and begin whipping on medium-high speed.
¾ cup heavy cream
When the cream is beginning to thicken, slowly add the powdered sugar, while continuing to beat. Add vanilla and continue to whip.
3 tablespoon powdered sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
The whipped cream is done when it has doubled in volume and when you stop the mixer and lift up the whisk, the cream stays in place.
Use whipped cream immediately, or keep in the fridge up to 4 hours.

Assemble desserts

When ready to serve, remove cheesecakes from fridge, top with sliced banana, dice strawberries, whipped cream, fudge sauce, sprinkles and cherries.
2 to 3 bananas, 1 ½ cups chopped strawberries, fudge sauce, sprinkles, maraschino cherries
Feel free to mix and match with different toppings (fresh fruit, pie filling, cookie crumbs, caramel sauce, etc) as you desire.

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Storage Information

This recipe is just perfect for summer entertaining! Simply prepare the cheesecake in small jars (ahead of time) and then allow your guest to mix and match their own toppings to create their perfect dessert!

The cheesecake jars can be made up to 2 days in advance. Keep covered in the refrigerator.
Whipped cream is best served fresh but can be made up to 4 hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
Freezing is not recommended for this recipe due to the fresh fruit and whipped topping.

Equipment Needed (affiliate links): Electric Mixer (Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer) | Glass Mixing Bowls | Weck Jars | Mason Jars

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