Description
A delightful and easy-to-make Banana Split Ice Cream Sandwich Cake layered with vanilla ice cream sandwiches, cool whip mixed with chocolate syrup, fresh strawberries, bananas, and crushed pineapple. Topped with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, cool whip, and cherries for a perfect no-bake dessert that is ideal for summer parties or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ice Cream Sandwich Cake Layers
- 19 vanilla ice cream sandwiches
- 1 container (8 ounces) Cool Whip, thawed
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 to 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 small can crushed pineapple, drained
Toppings
- Additional Cool Whip, thawed
- Chocolate syrup
- Caramel sauce
- Cherries
Instructions
- Prepare Cool Whip Mixture: In a bowl, mix together the entire container of Cool Whip with 1/4 cup of chocolate syrup until well combined. Set this mixture aside for layering.
- First Layer Assembly: Line 9 and a half ice cream sandwiches at the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish, arranging them tightly to cover the base. Spread half of the prepared cool whip and chocolate syrup mixture evenly over the ice cream sandwiches. Then, evenly layer half of the sliced strawberries and bananas on top. Drop small spoonfuls of the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the fruit layer.
- Second Layer Assembly: Place the remaining 9 and a half ice cream sandwiches over the fruit layer, pressing down gently to compact the layers. Spread the remaining cool whip and chocolate syrup mixture over this layer, followed by the remaining sliced strawberries and bananas. Add another layer of crushed pineapple evenly over the fruit.
- Freeze the Cake: Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer for at least 8 hours or overnight, allowing the layers to set and the flavors to meld.
- Serve: When ready to serve, slice the cake and drizzle each serving with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, additional cool whip, and cherries as desired. Enjoy your refreshing and indulgent Banana Split Ice Cream Sandwich Cake!
Notes
- Make sure the ice cream sandwiches are evenly spaced to ensure stable layers.
- For best results, thaw Cool Whip completely before mixing with chocolate syrup.
- You can substitute fresh pineapple instead of canned, just drain well.
- This dessert requires freezing, so plan ahead for at least 8 hours before serving.
- Variations can include adding chopped nuts or different fruit toppings for extra texture and flavor.
