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This Easy Banana Split Dump Cake Is the Perfect No-Mix Dessert

This Banana Split Dump Cake is the ultimate easy dessert—sweet, fruity, chocolatey, and made with just minutes of prep. With layers of bananas, pineapple, strawberries, and cake mix, this no-mix recipe is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or when you need a crowd-pleasing dessert fast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Américaine
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 2 large bananas sliced
  • 1 can 20 oz crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts optional
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter melted
  • Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
  • Maraschino cherries for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • 9×13 inch baking dish
  • Can opener
  • Knife
  • Measuring cup
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Spread crushed pineapple (with juice) evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  3. Layer sliced bananas over the pineapple.
  4. Add sliced strawberries evenly on top.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips and nuts over the fruit layers.
  6. Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over everything (do not mix).
  7. Drizzle melted butter evenly over the cake mix, covering as much surface as possible.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Top with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute strawberry pie filling for fresh strawberries.
  • For extra banana flavor, add one more banana layer.
  • Best served warm with vanilla ice cream for a classic banana split taste.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.