Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe: I am a contributor to Amanda’s Cookin’ and this recipe first appeared on there as Banana Cream Lush.

This Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe is a Summer-y, light, and sweet Banana Cream Lush dessert recipe topped with chocolate sauce, maraschino cherries, and pineapple. Enjoy this delightful dessert at any Summer holiday, potluck, or BBQ! (12 slices)

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Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe

Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe

Hello Everyone, I am here with another awesome Lush dessert recipe, this time, it’s Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe.

Did you see my recent Banana Cream Lush with Bananas Foster Sauce?

This Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe is a different version of that.

Have you seen my Coconut Cream, Lemon, and Mocha Lush recipes?

They are also great options for summer dessert ideas and just like this recipe, they feed a crowd with 12 big slices per recipe.

Ingredients for Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no bake crust option):

2 (5 ounces) packages of regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing
5-8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted and cooled *I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for baked crust option):

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup finely chopped or food processor processed pecans (great for the mini food processor)
1/4 cup granulated white sugar

Cream Cheese Layer (2nd Layer):

2 (8 ounces) packages of cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup granulated white sugar
1-2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd Layer):

2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix
4 cups milk (you can also do 3 1/2 if you want it slightly thicker)

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer):

1 (8 ounces) container whipped topping (I used Cool Whip), you can substitute the same amount whipped cream
2-3 chopped pecans or walnuts (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too)
maraschino cherries (I use a 10-ounce jar, 284 grams) – there will be some extra leftover for serving individual slices if people want more
1 can (20 ounce/1 pounds 4 ounces/567 grams) pineapple chunks – there will be extra for serving individual slices if people want more
chocolate sauce to drizzle over slices
right before serving: 1 freshly sliced banana (optional)

Kitchen Tools Needed for Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe

9-inch x 13-inch baking pan
Food processor
large mixing bowls
Measuring cups
Wet measure
baking spatula
whisk
offset spatula
Spatula for serving

This is a perfect one-pan dessert recipe to bring along to work parties, BBQs, picnics, family outings, and more!

You are going to love this Banana Split Lush recipe!

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Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe

Name: Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe
Prep time: 1 h 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (5 ounce) packages of regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing; 5-8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled *I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 1/2 cup finely chopped or food processor processed pecans; 1/4 cup granulated white sugar; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1 cup granulated white sugar; 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice; 2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix; 4 cups cold milk, (you can also do 3 1/2, if you want it slightly thicker); 1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (I used Cool Whip, you can substitute the same amount whipped cream; 2-3 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts, (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too); maraschino cherries (I use a 10 ounce jar, 284 grams), there will be some extra leftover for serving individual slices, if people want more; 1 can (20 ounce/1 pound 4 ounces/567 grams) pineapple chunks, there will be extra for serving individual slices, if people want more; chocolate sauce to drizzle over slices; right before serving: 1 freshly sliced banana , (optional)

Yield: 12 slices

Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes

This Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe is a Summer-y, light and sweet Banana Cream Lush dessert recipe topped with chocolate sauce, maraschino cherries and pineapple. Enjoy this delightful dessert at any Summer holiday, potluck or BBQ! (12 slices)

Ingredients

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust Layer (for no bake crust option)

2 (5 ounce) packages of regular, honey or vanilla graham crackers, finely ground using a food processor or manually crushing
5-8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled *I give a range for the amount because I have found that depending on the humidity, you may need more or less butter

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for baked crust option)

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup finely chopped or food processor processed pecans
1/4 cup granulated white sugar

Cream Cheese Layer (2nd Layer)

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 cup granulated white sugar
1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd Layer)

2 (3.4 ounce) packages instant banana cream pudding mix
4 cups cold milk, (you can also do 3 1/2, if you want it slightly thicker)

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer)

1 (8 ounce) container whipped topping (I used Cool Whip, you can substitute the same amount whipped cream
2-3 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts, (this would go if you chose the bottom pecan crust option too)
maraschino cherries (I use a 10 ounce jar, 284 grams), there will be some extra leftover for serving individual slices, if people want more
1 can (20 ounce/1 pound 4 ounces/567 grams) pineapple chunks, there will be extra for serving individual slices, if people want more
chocolate sauce to drizzle over slices
right before serving: 1 freshly sliced banana , (optional)

Instructions

Bottom Graham Cracker Crust (for a no bake crust option)

In a medium-large bowl, mix melted and cooled unsalted butter with finely ground, processed graham crackers. Press into the bottom of a 9 x 13 pan. Cover and chill until the next layer is ready.

Bottom Pecan Crust Layer (for traditional lush baked crust option)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, melted and cooled butter, finely ground pecans and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes (25 mins works best for me) until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before adding any layers.

Cream Cheese Layer (2nd layer)

Using a hand electric mixer, combine cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, 1-2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice (2 tablespoons works best for me). Mixture should be even and smooth. Spread evenly on top of the baked and cooled bottom pecan crust or no bake graham cracker crust.

Banana Cream Pudding Layer (3rd Layer)

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the milk and instant banana cream pudding mix until set. It may take 4-5 minutes to thicken. Spread evenly on top of the cream cheese mixture.

Whipped & Toppings Layer (4th Layer)

Using an offset spatula, spread thawed whipped topping on top of the banana cream pudding layer. Place the maraschino cherries and pineapple chunks on top of the whipped layer. For serving drizzle with chocolate sauce. Optionally, before serving you can serve with freshly sliced bananas. Optionally, you can freeze the Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe overnight for more defined slices. Do not freeze if you substitute homemade whipped cream because it might not hold up like frozen whipped topping like Cool Whip. Enjoy!

Notes

I suggest using an offset spatula for spreading the layers and make sure it's clean before starting a new layer. After refrigerating, for serving to show more defined layers, you can just take a butter knife and "wipe" along the sides and the layers will show nicely. You can freeze the Banana Split Lush Dessert Recipe overnight (at least 6 hours) to get more defined slices. Make sure you use a sharp knife to cut down into the bottom crust first before removing it with the spatula. It will defrost fairly quickly depending on the room temperature.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 645Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 23gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 106mgCarbohydrates: 58gFiber: 2gSugar: 32gProtein: 8g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

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