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Tropical Strawberry Split Cake Recipe

Tropical Strawberry Split Cake Recipe

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Indulge in the taste of the tropics with this refreshing and colorful Tropical Strawberry Split Cake. Layers of creamy cheesecake filling, fresh fruits, and whipped cream make this a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for warm weather.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 2 cups (200 g) graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar (optional)

For the cheesecake filling:

  • 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

For the fruit layers:

  • 2 bananas, sliced
  • 1/2 cup mango, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1/2 cup strawberries, sliced

For the topping:

  • 1 1/2 cups whipped cream or whipped topping
  • 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes
  • Maraschino cherries or fresh cherries
  • Extra strawberries or tropical fruit for garnish
  • Optional: drizzle of passionfruit syrup or melted white chocolate

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until sandy. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish or trifle bowl. Chill.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add condensed milk, vanilla, lemon juice, and mix until creamy. Fold in crushed pineapple and chopped strawberries.
  3. Layer the fruit: Spread the cream filling over the crust. Top with bananas, mango, pineapple, and strawberries.
  4. Add the topping: Spread whipped cream or topping over the fruit. Sprinkle with toasted coconut. Decorate with cherries and extra fruit.
  5. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Drizzle with passionfruit syrup or white chocolate before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize the fruit selection based on your preferences or what’s in season.
  • Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the crust or filling.

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