Banana Split Dessert Pizza is a fun and tasty treat for everyone. It combines the flavors of a classic banana split with the fun of pizza. You can make it quickly and easily, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion!
Why Make This Recipe
This dessert is not only delicious but also a great way to bring family and friends together. It’s colorful, easy to customize, and perfect for gatherings or movie nights. Everyone loves a sweet pizza topped with fresh fruit!
How to Make Banana Split Dessert Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pizza dough or sugar cookie dough
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough on a pizza pan and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Arrange the banana slices, strawberries, and pineapple on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup over the fruit and sprinkle with nuts if using.
- Add dollops of whipped cream and place a maraschino cherry on each slice.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until ready to serve.
How to Serve Banana Split Dessert Pizza
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve with extra chocolate syrup if desired. It makes a great dessert for parties, and everyone can enjoy making their own slices!
How to Store Banana Split Dessert Pizza
If you have leftovers, place them in an airtight container and store in the fridge. It’s best to eat within 1-2 days for the freshest taste.
Tips to Make Banana Split Dessert Pizza
- Use fresh fruit for the best flavor.
- Feel free to mix in other toppings like berries or nuts.
- For a quick version, use store-bought cookie dough for the crust.
Variation
You can make a chocolate version by adding cocoa powder to the cream cheese mixture, or try a nutty flavor by adding peanut butter.
FAQs
Q: Can I use homemade pizza dough?
A: Yes, homemade dough works great! Just make sure to roll it out to the right size before baking.
Q: How long does it take to make this dessert?
A: It takes about 35 minutes total—20 minutes for prep and baking, and the rest for cooling.
Q: Can I use frozen fruit?
A: While fresh fruit is best, you can use thawed frozen fruit if it’s all you have on hand. Just be sure to drain any excess liquid!
Banana Split Dessert Pizza
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Pizza Pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 package pre-made pizza dough or sugar cookie dough
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 pieces bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup pineapple, diced
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- whipped cream, for topping
- maraschino cherries, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough on a pizza pan and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust.
- Arrange the banana slices, strawberries, and pineapple on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup over the fruit and sprinkle with nuts if using.
- Add dollops of whipped cream and place a maraschino cherry on each slice.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until ready to serve.