Decadent Banana Split Cheesecake

Prepare to be enchanted by this luscious dessert where a layer of graham cracker crust cradles a velvety cream cheese filling, crowned with a delightful cascade of fresh bananas, juicy pineapple, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of crunchy pecans. Luxuriously rich and irresistibly sweet, this Banana Split Cheesecake is a true masterpiece of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

For the Decadent Cheesecake
2	cups graham cracker crumbs
1⁄2	cup margarine, melted
4	tablespoons sugar
2	packages cream cheese, softened
1	lb sifted powdered sugar
1	teaspoon vanilla extract
4	-5 bananas, sliced
1	can pineapple, drained
1	carton Cool Whip
1	cup pecans, finely chopped
	maraschino cherry, drained and cut in half

Instructions

• For Creating the Cheesecake

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted margarine and sugar in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan, forming a crust that slightly extends up the sides of the dish.
  2. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with sifted powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust.
  5. Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the cream cheese layer.
  6. Layer the drained pineapple slices over the bananas.
  7. Cover the top with a generous layer of Cool Whip.
  8. Sprinkle the finely chopped pecans and place the halved maraschino cherries on top.
  9. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 3 hours before serving.

Aug 11, 2024