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Tropical No Bake Strawberry Split Cake
Emily

Tropical No-Bake Strawberry Split Cake

A fruity, creamy, and refreshing no-bake dessert featuring layers of graham cracker crust, whipped cream cheese filling, juicy strawberries, pineapple pudding, and a fluffy whipped topping. Perfect for summer gatherings or when you need an easy crowd-pleaser without turning on the oven!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 370
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, finely crushed)
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whipped cream (stiff peaks)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained thoroughly
  • 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 cup milk, cold
  • 1 cup whipped cream (soft peaks)
  • fresh strawberries for garnish
  • optional: toasted coconut flakes, mint leaves, or chocolate drizzle

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs resemble wet sand. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing well. Fold in 2 cups whipped cream until fluffy. Spread evenly over crust.
  3. Arrange sliced strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk pudding mix with cold milk for 2 minutes until thickened. Fold in drained pineapple. Spread mixture over strawberries.
  5. Spread remaining 1 cup whipped cream evenly over pineapple pudding layer.
  6. Garnish with strawberries, mint leaves, coconut flakes, or chocolate drizzle. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

This dessert is best chilled overnight for maximum flavor and firmness. Be sure to drain the pineapple thoroughly to avoid excess moisture. Add toasted coconut flakes, a drizzle of chocolate, or fresh mint for an elegant finish.