Banana Split Dump Cake
A warm, gooey dessert that combines the nostalgic flavors of a classic banana split into a simple dump cake, perfect for quick and easy indulgence.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Opt for bananas that are just starting to brown.
- 20 oz can crushed pineapple Make sure to drain it well, but reserve the juice.
- 15.25 oz box vanilla cake mix This will be the velvety base of your cake.
- 1 cup chocolate syrup Adds rich chocolate flavor.
- 1 cup chopped walnuts Optional for added crunch.
- 1 cup shredded coconut Choose sweetened or unsweetened as per preference.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted to drizzle over the cake mix.
- as needed pieces Maraschino cherries For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box.
- Slice the bananas and spread them evenly across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
- Pour the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas, ensuring it’s spread out evenly.
Assembly
- Evenly distribute the dry vanilla cake mix over the pineapple layer without stirring.
- Pour the chocolate syrup over the cake mix, covering as much as possible.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and shredded coconut on top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For variation, add extra maraschino cherries or crushed nuts on top.