Reviewed: Feb. 15, 2012

We made these as two pies (using pre-made graham cracker crusts), substituted salted peanuts for the walnuts, and added whipped topping to the cream cheese mixture since I only had 8 oz. of cream cheese on hand. I thought it did need the whole 16 oz. of cream cheese, but even so, these pies were amazing! We couldn't stop eating them. I also dipped the banana slices in the pineapple juice and that totally kept them from browning. What a great trick! Thanks, Pam, for such a refreshing and delicious recipe!

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Kelly Dee's Yummies

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Feb. 1, 2012

I think this recipe would be fine as written, however I made 1/2 recipe for Italian Cheescake (on this site)...baked that and then kinda sorta followed the rest of this. I did drizzle chocoloate syrup over all. Great idea you can play with.

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CantHelpMyself

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Wadsworth, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 17, 2011

This is a great dessert! I made it exactly according to the recipe and it turned out wonderful. You could really use just about any fruit--cherries or any kind of berry would be awesome. I used the tip someone posted to dip the banana slices in the drained pineapple juice to keep them from turning brown, and it worked great. I would normally use lemon juice, but that flavor might be too noticeable in the dessert. Reusing the juice was a great idea. This will definitely become one of my go-to desserts for potlucks and family gatherings!

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racefanmom

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Manchester, Iowa, USA

Living In: Lamont, Iowa, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 10, 2011

Came out alright. The crust didn't hold together... More butter needs to be used. I added more bananas than called for.

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kittypodz

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Lander, Wyoming, USA

Living In: San Clemente, California, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 4, 2011

This review is definitely for people who appreciate changes. I was looking for a recipe that could be made with fat-free cream cheese and cover the flavor of it (made the mistake of buying it). I added chopped walnuts to the crust. For the cream cheese layer, I used powdered sugar, a little whipping cream, and almond extract (stronger than vanilla). I left the banana and pineapple layers alone. I made my own whipped cream with powdered sugar and almond extract. I didn't top the dessert with anything as I had no walnuts left and no cherries.

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lovetotravel

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Mar. 2, 2011

I made a pie for this since it is only hubby and I. The flavors were pretty good but I don't think I creamed the cheese enough as it was hard and messy to spread. I did think it was missing just a little something but not sure what that was. I'll go back and read other reviews to see if there are other changes I might want to make

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DGREENWOOD

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA

Living In: Milford, New Hampshire, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 12, 2010

I made this years ago and my daughter tells me it is her favorite ever! She asked again this year. It is fruity, creamy, colorful & easy to make, enjoyed by most everyone!!

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Joanne Gillet

Reviewed: Dec. 11, 2010

I have made this 3 times already its a hit. I also add 1/4 cup cocoa to make a chocolate pie with chocolate syrup on top.

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whadjaget

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 7, 2010

extremely easy recipe and very tasty! made it for a holiday party and everyone loved it

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hanh Hoang

Reviewed: Sep. 27, 2010

TIP: Save the juice from the pineapple to dip the sliced banana in and it will help keep the bananas from turning so fast. I do this with most all my fruit that will turn like peaches, apples, etc.

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