My no-bake banana split pie is creamy, indulgent, and comes together in about 10 minutes. It captures the classic banana split flavors—banana, pineapple, strawberries, chocolate syrup, and chopped peanuts—without heating up the kitchen. This easy, no-bake pie is perfect for hot days, gatherings, potlucks, or anytime you want a simple, refreshing dessert.
I avoid turning on the oven when the weather is warm, so I rely on no-bake desserts like this one. Think of this pie as an ice cream-parlor banana split reimagined: sliced bananas in a chocolate cookie crust, a light and fluffy vanilla-pudding and Cool Whip filling, and a fruity swirl of pineapple and strawberries. It’s fast to make, easy to transport, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Vanilla pudding: Use instant vanilla pudding mix. Cook-and-serve varieties won’t set the same way in this recipe.
- Milk: Whole milk produces the creamiest texture. Low-fat or nondairy milks may not thicken as well with the instant pudding.
- Cool Whip: Thaw overnight in the refrigerator for the best consistency. Avoid microwaving frozen Cool Whip, which can make it runny; if you’re short on time, place the container in a bowl of warm (not hot) water to speed thawing.
- Pineapple: Use well-drained pineapple tidbits or crushed pineapple. Excess juice can make the filling watery, so drain thoroughly.
- Bananas: Slice just before assembling or dip slices in a little lemon or pineapple juice to slow browning if making ahead.
Krystle’s Tips
- Make the filling up to a day in advance and refrigerate. Add the final toppings—remaining whipped topping, chocolate syrup, and peanuts—right before serving to keep the pie looking fresh.
- Add maraschino cherries or fresh cherries just before serving; they can bleed color into the whipped topping if added too early.
More No-Bake Desserts
S’mores Pie • Grasshopper Pie • Biscoff Tiramisu • Turtle Cream Pie • Orange Jello Pie
📖 Recipe
No Bake Banana Split Pie
Ultra-creamy, no-bake pie that tastes like a banana split. Ready quickly and ideal for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package vanilla instant pudding
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 16 ounces extra creamy Cool Whip, divided
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 cup pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1 cup strawberries, diced
- 1 Oreo pie crust (or chocolate cookie crust)
- Chocolate syrup and chopped peanuts, for garnish
Instructions
- Arrange a layer of sliced bananas in the bottom of the Oreo crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the instant pudding mix and whole milk together until the mixture starts to thicken.
- Stir in half of the Cool Whip until smooth and evenly combined.
- Gently fold in the drained pineapple and diced strawberries so the fruit is evenly distributed.
- Spoon the fruit-and-Cool Whip mixture into the crust over the bananas. Smooth the top, cover, and refrigerate for 3–4 hours, or until set.
- Just before serving, top the chilled pie with the remaining Cool Whip, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and chopped peanuts. Add cherries if desired.
Nutrition (per serving)
Carbohydrates: 46 g |
Protein: 3 g |
Fat: 4 g |
Sugar: 35 g
This no-bake banana split pie delivers all the bright fruit flavors and creamy texture of the classic dessert without ice cream or baking. It’s ideal for summer, easy to scale for larger crowds, and simple to prepare ahead of time. Follow the tips above for the best texture and presentation, and enjoy a cool, fruity pie that’s always a hit.