How to Make Banana Split Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of the classic American dessert, the banana split, then you'll love this recipe for Banana Split Bars. These delicious treats are an easy and convenient way to enjoy all the flavors of a banana split in a convenient, portable form. Perfect for a summer party or a sweet treat any time of year, these bars are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Start by gathering the ingredients for the base of the bars, which include all-purpose flour, sugar, butter, and vanill...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 bananas, sliced
  • 1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, well drained
  • 1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, halved

Information

  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 large bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt the butter or margarine over low heat. Remove from heat and add 1/2 cup sugar and graham cracker crumbs. Press into a 9 x 13 inch pan. Bake for 15 minutes; let cool.
  • Cream together the cream cheese, 1 cup of white sugar and vanilla. Spread over graham cracker crust.
  • Layer sliced bananas, drained pineapple and whipped cream dessert topping on top of bars in order given. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, then with cherries. Cover and refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Cut into squares and enjoy!!
  • Nutrition

    326 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 155mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 161mg