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slice of banana split poke cake with cherry on top

Banana Split Poke Cake

This Banana Split Poke Cake is a fun, nostalgic dessert packed with all the classic banana split flavors! 1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana split poke cake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Chill time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 oz can crushed pineapple, well drained (reserve 2 tablespoons juice)
  • 2 each 3.4 oz boxes instant banana pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
  • 1 tub 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 2 bananas sliced
  • ½ cup hot fudge sauce
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup crushed waffle cone pieces
  • ½ cup maraschino cherries drained

Instructions

Poke and fill

  • Let the cake cool for about 10–15 minutes, then use the handle of a wooden spoon to poke holes all over the cake.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the banana pudding mix and cold milk until slightly thickened but still pourable.
  • Immediately pour the pudding into the holes.
  • Let the pudding set for a few minutes, then spread the whipped topping evenly over the cake.

Top the cake

  • Drizzle the hot fudge sauce over the top.
  • Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and crushed waffle cone pieces evenly over the cake.
  • Top with maraschino cherries.

Chill and serve

  • Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow it to fully set.
  • Slice and serve chilled.
  • Just before serving, slice the bananas and arrange them evenly over the top of the cake.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Nutrition Disclaimer

All nutritional information provided is an estimate. For specific dietary needs or concerns, we recommend consulting a nutrition calculator or a qualified expert.

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