Description
This Banana Split Dump Cake recipe is an easy and delicious twist on the classic banana split dessert, combining bananas, pineapple, nuts, and coconut layered under a yellow cake mix and baked to golden perfection. Served warm with chocolate syrup and ice cream, it’s a delightful treat perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 can pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 cup maraschino cherries
Dry Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Other
- 1 stick butter (1/2 cup), melted
- 1 cup chocolate syrup, for serving
- Ice cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dump cake evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and allow easy serving.
- Layer Bananas: Place the sliced bananas evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming the first fruit layer.
- Add Pineapple: Spread the drained pineapple chunks evenly over the banana layer for added sweetness and texture.
- Sprinkle Nuts and Coconut: Evenly sprinkle the chopped walnuts and shredded coconut over the pineapple and banana layers to add crunch and flavor.
- Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow cake mix evenly across the top layer without mixing it in, ensuring a uniform crust once baked.
- Drizzle Butter: Pour the melted butter evenly over the dry cake mix to moisten it and help it bake into a golden crust.
- Top with Cherries: Distribute the maraschino cherries on top of the cake mix for a classic banana split touch.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve the dump cake warm, drizzled with chocolate syrup and accompanied by ice cream if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- The cake is best served warm for optimal flavor and texture.
- Use fresh bananas that are ripe but still firm to maintain texture during baking.
- Chocolate syrup and ice cream are optional but highly recommended toppings.
- Store leftover cake covered in the refrigerator and reheat gently before serving.
