Description
Banana Split Dump Cake is a nostalgic dessert that combines the irresistible flavors of a classic banana split with the simplicity of a dump cake. This warm, gooey treat features layers of ripe bananas, sweet pineapple, rich chocolate cake mix, and creamy toppings—all baked to perfection. Perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, this dessert will have everyone reminiscing about simpler times while indulging in its delightful sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 (15.25 oz) box chocolate cake mix
- 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Layer sliced bananas and pineapple chunks at the bottom of the dish.
- Evenly sprinkle the dry chocolate cake mix over the fruit layers.
- Drizzle the heavy cream over the cake mix.
- Top with chopped nuts and coconut flakes, then add maraschino cherries for decoration.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg