Brownies combined with a banana split is the best of both worlds. This Banana Split Pie Recipe has layers of gooey brownies and a creamy banana cheesecake baked in a sugar cone crust. Watch everyone's eyes light up when you serve this banana split dessert.
Banana splits are the ultimate summer dessert. There is something about bananas topped with ice cream and all the toppings that makes everyone smile.
Years ago I waitressed at Friendly's and served banana splits and ice cream sundaes to customers. There is something so fun about adding all the toppings to a giant banana split!
The best part about banana splits is how versatile they are. You can add whatever toppings you enjoy to them!
One of my favorite things to do is make banana split desserts. It's so easy to add those banana split flavors to different things like brownies, coffee cakes, or cookies.
Why This Works
This banana split brownie recipe was a fun way to add a banana split dessert on top of a brownie pie. Bananas and chocolate is a delicious combo.
A gooey brownie baked in a crust is the perfect base for a creamy banana cheesecake. Adding all the classic banana split toppings before you serve this pie is a must. This sweet dessert will satisfy the chocolate and fruit lovers in your family.
What makes this banana split pie unique is the crust. The original recipe from 10 years ago had a waffle cone crust, but that ends up a little chewy after baking.
A sugar cone crust is a great option because they bake up nice and crispy!
What is a Banana Split made of?
A traditional banana split has chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream served between a banana that has been "split" in half. The ice cream scoops are topped with syrups, fruit, whipped cream, cherries, and nuts.
Ingredients Needed
Each layer of these banana split brownies only takes a few ingredients. Using a box brownie mix saves some time for that layer.
- Crust - sugar cones, sugar, melted butter
- Brownie - boxed brownie mix, water, oil, egg
- Banana Cheesecake - cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, egg, banana, flour
- Toppings - strawberries, hot fudge, Cool Whip, sprinkles, nuts, cherries
BRUCREW TIP: Make and use this whipped cream recipe if you do not like Cool Whip.
How To Make
This banana split pie only takes a few minutes to make. Each layer comes together very quickly. It's a great dessert to make the night before, so it has time to chill. When you are ready to serve, pull out all the toppings and have fun decorating.
Step One: Make a Sugar Cone Crust
This easy crust is made from a box of sugar cones that have been crushed into crumbs. It's very similar to a graham cracker crust, but the sugar cones give the banana split pie such a fun and unique flavor.
- Stir together the crushed cones, sugar, and butter.
- Press evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9 ½ inch deep dish pie plate.
Step Two: Make Brownie Layer
This brownie pie starts with a box mix. Make sure you follow the recipe directions because you will not use the same amounts as what the box calls for.
- Mix together the box brownie mix, oil, water, and egg until thick.
- Spread in sugar cone crust evenly and gently. It will be very thick and sticky.
- Bake 35 minutes.
Step Three: Make Banana Cheesecake
Adding one ripe mashed banana to this simple vanilla cheesecake gives it just enough banana flavor. It is subtle, but definitely there.
- Beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy.
- Add the flour, egg, vanilla, and banana and mix again.
- Spoon gently over the baked brownie. The pie plate will be very full.
- Bake another 25 minutes.
- Remove and cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours, then refrigerate until chilled.
Step Four: Decorate the Banana Split Pie
Since this is a banana split dessert, we added a few traditional banana split toppings to it.
- Arrange strawberry halves over the top of the chilled brownie pie.
- Spoon Cool Whip into a piping bag with icing tip 1M. Swirl it around the outside edge of the banana pie.
- Top with cherries, nuts, and sprinkles.
- Drizzle warm hot fudge all over the strawberries right before serving.
FAQ'S
How do you store a banana split pie?
Keep the banana split brownies in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Can you make this banana split brownie recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the cheesecake brownies 1-2 days ahead of time. Add the toppings and fruit right before serving, so it doesn't get wet and mushy.
More Banana Split Recipes
- Fluff Recipe
- Oreo Banana Split
- Banana Split Cheesecake
- Banana Split Bundt Cake
- Banana Split Coffee Cake
- Banana Pudding Popcorn
Other Brownie Desserts
- Recipes using Brownie Mix
- Brownie Bottom Cookie Dough Cheesecake
- Butterfinger Brownies
- Brownie Desserts
- Salted Caramel Brownies
- Strawberry Cheesecake Brownies
- Oreo Mousse Brownie
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Recipe
Banana Split Pie Recipe
Brownies combined with a banana split is the best of both worlds. This Banana Split Pie Recipe has layers of gooey brownies and a creamy banana cheesecake. A sugar cone crust adds a fun twist to the easy banana split dessert.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 ½ cups crushed sugar cones (5 oz. box/12 cones)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Pie
- 1 brownie mix (9x13 size)
- ¼ cup canola oil
- ¼ cup water
- 1 large egg
For the Cheesecake
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup mashed banana (1 med-lg banana)
- 2 Tablespoons all purpose flour
For the Topping
- 4 cups strawberry halves
- 1 - 8 ounce container Cool Whip, thawed
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles
- 1 jar maraschino cherries with stems
- ¼ cup hot fudge ice cream topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the sugar cone crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom and sides of a 9 ½ inch deep dish pie plate.
- In a large bowl, combine all the brownie ingredients and stir until mixed. Spoon into the crust carefully. Bake for 35-37 minutes.
- While the brownie is baking, beat the cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add the flour, vanilla, egg, and banana and beat again
- Spread on top of the baked brownie very carefully. Bake another 25 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 1-2 hours. Refrigerate 3-4 hours or overnight.
- Place strawberry halves on top of the chilled pie.
- Spoon Cool Whip into a piping bag fitted with icing tip 1M. Add swirls around the outside edge of the pie.
- Top swirls with nuts, sprinkles, and cherries.
- Heat the hot fudge in microwave safe bowl for 10 seconds. Spoon into plastic bag and cut one corner off. Drizzle over strawberries right before serving.
Notes
- You can use a regular pie crust or graham cracker crust instead, if you like.
- Recipe adapted from Pillsbury
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 433Total Fat: 26gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 175mgCarbohydrates: 47gFiber: 2gSugar: 24gProtein: 6g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
(original photo from March 2012)
*This Banana Split Brownie Pie was first published March 14, 2012. The post and photos were updated and republished June 3, 2021.
Nancy
i dont like coffee so would it work w/o the coffee granules?
Jocelyn
You can leave out the coffee. It just in it to enhance the chocolate flavor...you can't taste it!
Andrea
Hello,
I was curious as to what brand brownie box mix you used for this recipe? Is there one that turns out better than another?
Jocelyn
I think I used an Aldi brownie mix for this recipe. I hope you enjoy the pie.
Kelly
Do you have to add the coffee??? Not a coffee fan at all! Thanks!
Jocelyn
No, you can leave out the coffee if you like. It won't affect anything. I hope you like it!
Kitchen Nostalgia
Waffle cones for the crust? What a great idea! Must try it some time.
Colleen Badgley
Did you use the 13X9 brownie mix? When I was trying to mix this, it was so thick and stiff--like there wasn't enough liquid. I double checked everything I put in and it was correct. I went ahead and put it in the oven anyway. I went back and checked Pillsbury which was where you got the recipe and it says a 10.25oz mix. The 13X9 is 18oz. Not sure how this is going to turn out now.
Jocelyn
Yes, I used the bigger brownie mix in this recipe. It is very thick, but bakes up fudgy. Keep me posted on how it turns out and how you like it!
Maggie Kloman
Everytime I try to print this recipe "Blank Page " comes up and it will not print.
Jocelyn Brubaker
Can you try opening the recipe in a different browser and printing? I am not seeing any problems here when I print.
Alice+//+Hip+Foodie+Mom
oh my goodness . . this pie is fabulous! just saw it today on G+! love!
Betsy+@+Desserts+Required
I just saw this on Foodies TV and it looks amazing! Had to stop by and say, Thank you!!
Christina from Cologne/Germany
Hi, your blog is sooo helpful for me. I look for new ideas here every day. My family and my best girl friend call: "Where is my big spoon? Mama/Tina has baked a new goodie! smile!!!
Have a nice weekend!
kind regards
Christina
Lynn
I made this pie tonight for Father's day. Everybody loved it. I followed your recipe and it was gooey and yummy! Thank you!
wafa
Im so happy I found this recipe! Made it for a mothers day bbq and it was a huge hit. Its my new go to dessert 🙂 next im trying the almond joy cake bars 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
I am so glad to hear it was a recipe hit!!! Thank you for sharing 🙂