Description

This Banana Split Dump Cake is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert that layers ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, and fresh strawberries topped with yellow cake mix and melted butter, baked to golden perfection. Finished with a dollop of freshly whipped cream, it captures the nostalgic flavors of a classic banana split in a simple, crowd-pleasing cake form, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit Layer

4 medium ripe bananas, sliced
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Cake Topping

1 box yellow or white cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Whipped Cream

1 cup heavy whipping cream

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal baking temperature before assembling the cake.
Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy serving.
Layer Fruit: Arrange the sliced bananas evenly across the bottom of the dish, then spread the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas, followed by an even layer of sliced strawberries on top.
Add Cake Mix: Sprinkle the dry yellow or white cake mix evenly over the layered fruit, taking care not to stir; this forms the cake’s topping.
Drizzle Butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter evenly over the entire cake mix layer, which will help create a golden and crispy crust during baking.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the cake topping turns golden brown and is cooked through.
Prepare Whipped Cream: While the cake cools slightly after baking, whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form; this will be served as a creamy topping.
Serve: Serve the banana split dump cake warm, topped with a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream and additional fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

You can substitute frozen berries for fresh strawberries if fresh aren’t available; just thaw and drain excess liquid.
For a lighter whipped cream, try folding in some powdered sugar or vanilla extract for added flavor.
This dessert can be prepared ahead and reheated gently in the oven before serving.
Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and better texture.
To reduce richness, use light butter and whip cream alternatives.