Step 1

Melt ½ a cup of butter and mix together with 2 cup graham crackers. Pat this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9 by 13 pan.

Step 2

Beat powdered sugar, soft margarine, and vanilla extract and beat for about 5 minutes. Spread mixture over top of the graham crackers.

Step 3

Chill in the refrigerator for approximately 30-40 minutes.

Step 4

Drain the can of crushed pineapples well and spread the pineapple evenly over mixture.

Step 5

Slice the banana and layer the banana slices over pineapple.

Step 6

Spread the Cool Whip in a layer over the banana and sprinkle with pecans.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours, overnight or for up to 2 days.

Step 8

When ready to serve, add a few more slices of bananas on top along with your cherries. Drizzle with chocolate or hot fudge.