Banana Split Dump Cake (Printable)

Layers of fruit and chocolate topped with buttery cake mix bake into a warm, indulgent dessert perfect for sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit and Fillings

01 - 2 large ripe bananas, sliced
02 - 1 can (19 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
03 - 1 cup maraschino cherries, halved (plus extra for garnish)
04 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

→ Dry and Refrigerated

05 - 1 box (15 oz) yellow cake mix
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Extras (Optional)

07 - 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
08 - Whipped cream, for serving
09 - Chocolate syrup, for drizzling

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Arrange the banana slices evenly on the bottom of the dish.
03 - Layer the drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
04 - Sprinkle the halved maraschino cherries and mini chocolate chips evenly over the pineapple.
05 - Add a layer of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch, if desired.
06 - Evenly sprinkle the dry cake mix over the fruit and toppings, covering all areas.
07 - Pour the melted butter evenly over the cake mix. Do not stir.
08 - Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
09 - Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with whipped cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and extra cherries if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes exactly like a banana split but requires zero ice cream mess or melting drama
  • The buttery cake topping forms this incredible crisp that everyone fights over
  • You can assemble the whole thing in about 12 minutes flat
02 -
  • Do not stir after pouring the butter, no matter how much your instincts tell you to
  • The cake mix will look dry at first but trust the process completely
  • Letting it cool for even just 5 minutes makes serving so much less chaotic
03 -
  • Use a box grater to shred cold butter over the cake mix instead of melting it for an extra crispy topping
  • Line your baking dish with foil for easy cleanup if serving a crowd

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