Bring the magic of the parks right to your kitchen with this Disney Dole Whip! Sweet, tropical, and creamy, this easy Dole Whip recipe is my go-to summer treat. Inspired by the iconic pineapple soft-serve from Disney, this copycat Dole Whip comes together in under 10 minutes with just six simple ingredients. No long lines, no travel; just pure sunshine in a cup you can enjoy anytime.
Disney Dole Whip Copycat
Who knew making a Dole whip at home was so easy?! Not me! But after our most recent trip to Disney, my kids would not stop asking me when they could have another. I’ve recreated that famous Dole pineapple whip flavor at home using frozen pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, vanilla ice cream, a touch of lemon juice, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Everything blends right in my blender until it’s light, airy, and irresistibly creamy. This DIY Dole Whip is perfect for piping into swirls or scooping into bowls.
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Make it Dairy-Free!
The official Dole Whip recipe from Disney is, in fact, dairy-free. For my version, I had the best results using ice cream as one of the ingredients, but you could certainly use dairy-free ice cream or even frozen coconut milk.
Dole Whip Disney Copycat Recipe
Equipment
- High Powered Blender
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup vanilla ice cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in blender.4 ounces pineapple juice, 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks, 1 cup vanilla ice cream, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- Blend for 3 minutes or until the pineapple mixture is light and airy.
- Serve immediately in individual cups.
Notes
- You can freeze your own fresh pineapple 24 hours in advance by placing cut pineapple on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. If not used, place pineapple in a Ziplock bag and remove as much air as possible.
- Using canned pineapple chunks gives you the the juice and pineapple all in one container– just remember to freeze ahead of time!
- Try coconut milk instead of vanilla ice cream for a yummy substitute!
- You can use a 1M pastry tip and piping bag to get that classic Dole Whip look.
- If you are not serving this right away you can store it in the freezer for up to 40 minutes and still be able to easily scoop or pipe into serving cups.
- Blend for longer than you usually would with a smoothie. The goal here is to make the pineapple mixture in the blender light and airy to reach the perfect dole whip consistency.
- As you’re blending, stop every few pulses and scrape down the sides. That way, you don’t end up with big chunks of pineapple in your smooth Dole whip!
- Bananas, orange juice, strawberries, and coconut milk are all delicious add-ins to this simple recipe.
- You could also make this recipe boozy by adding an ounce of dark or light rum, or even coconut rum!
How to Make a Dole Whip Step-by-Step
Fill the Blender: Combine 4 ounces of pineapple juice, 2 cups of frozen pineapple chunks, 1 cup of vanilla ice cream, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and ⅛ teaspoon of kosher salt in a blender.
Blend the Ice Cream: Blend for 3 minutes, or until the pineapple mixture is light and airy. Blend for longer than you would for a smoothie. It takes a while to get the right texture. And make sure to scrape down the sides so you don’t end up with any large chunks.
Pipe and Serve: Serve homemade Dole Whip immediately in individual cups. I like to pipe mine using a star pastry tip or just an open pastry bag for that classic soft-serve look, but you can simply scoop it if you prefer.
How to Store
You can freeze this pineapple whip for up to 40 minutes before serving. After that, it hardens up too much to enjoy. This isn’t a make-ahead dessert, so I recommend making it as soon as you plan on serving it. For something that keeps a bit longer in the freezer, I recommend giving my Dole whip popsicles a try instead.
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