Strawberry Banana Dessert Recipe

Escape the summer heat with this refreshing Strawberry Banana Delight! A light and fruity dessert, perfect for a hot day. This recipe, originally from the 2002 Taste of Home Annual Recipe Cookbook, is a crowd-pleaser featuring layers of juicy strawberries, sweet bananas, and fluffy cake, all set in a dreamy gelatin. Get ready for a taste of summer bliss!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 225 mins
Calories 133.1 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Strawberry Banana Dessert

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How to Make Strawberry Banana Dessert

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
  2. Layer 4 cups of sliced bananas and 4 cups of 1-inch cubed pound cake in the prepared dish.
  3. Arrange 2 pints of sliced strawberries over the cake and banana layers, pressing down gently.
  4. In a medium bowl, sprinkle 1 package (1 ounce) of unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup of boiling water. Let stand for 1 minute to soften.
  5. Stir until completely dissolved. Add 1/2 cup of cold water and stir well.
  6. Pour the gelatin mixture evenly over the strawberries.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until the gelatin is completely set.
  8. Before serving, top with 1 cup of whipped topping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

62g

Fat

8g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Strawberry Banana Dessert?

Strawberry Banana Dessert takes about 245 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 225 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Strawberry Banana Dessert?

Strawberry Banana Dessert has approximately 133.1 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Strawberry Banana Dessert?

The key ingredients for Strawberry Banana Dessert are Firm Bananas, Angel Food Cake, Fresh Strawberries, Sugar Free Strawberry Gelatin, Boiling Water, Cold Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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