Tropical No-Bake Strawberry Split (Print Format)

Chilled layers of strawberries, pineapple, cream, and graham crust make a perfect warm-weather treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Layer

01 - 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Cream Cheese Layer

04 - 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 2 cups whipped cream

→ Fruit Layer

08 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced

→ Pudding-Pineapple Layer

09 - 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
10 - 1 cup milk
11 - 1 can crushed pineapple, drained (20 ounces)

→ Topping

12 - 1 cup whipped cream
13 - Fresh strawberries for garnish

# Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated.
02 - Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish to form an even crust. Use the back of a spoon or a flat measuring cup to compact it.
03 - Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill for at least 15 minutes to set.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the powdered sugar on low speed until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
05 - Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped cream using a spatula until the mixture is light and fluffy.
06 - Remove the crust from the refrigerator and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
07 - Arrange the sliced strawberries in a single layer over the cream cheese filling.
08 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix and milk until the mixture thickens, about 2 minutes. Fold the drained crushed pineapple into the pudding mixture until well combined.
09 - Spread the pineapple-pudding mixture evenly over the strawberries.
10 - Top the cake with the remaining 1 cup of whipped cream, spreading it smoothly over the entire surface.
11 - Garnish with fresh strawberries as desired. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set.