A big highlight of visiting Hawaii is enjoying the abundance of delicious tropical fruits like: mango, passionfruit, guava, apple-banana, lychee, papaya and of course, the pineapple.
If you have never had the iconic Dole Whip, it’s a fruity, creamy and dairy free pineapple soft serve that is so refreshing under the Hawaiian sun.
This healthy dessert is perfect for Summer or anytime you feel like adding a little sweetness to your day. With only five ingredients and minutes to prepare, it’s almost as good as enjoying this treat while in Hawaii…almost. 😉
Dole Pineapple Whip is a staple in Hawaii but it was actually created at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in 1984.
The Dole plantation on Oahu, has 12,000 acres filled with lush pineapple fields and is one of the popular spots to get the iconic Dole whip. They offer a pineapple maze, pineapple treats and tours of the pineapple fields. Fun fact, you can actually order Pineapples from Hawaii.
For the best Hawaiian pineapples, I actually recommend buying Maui Gold. Their pineapples are grown on the the slopes of Maui’s Haleakala volcano. The volcanic soil, specific elevation, warm sunny days and cool nights give these pineapples a sweeter and less acidic taste. Pure pineapple perfection. Maui Golds just hit different plus you are supporting a local company.
There are many copycat recipes out there claiming to be the original Dole Whip, but they are not the real deal. This recipe is the exact dairy free Hawaiian Dole Whip recipe that you would get at the Dole Plantation.
The Disney Dole Whip version, which is different, contains vanilla ice cream (copycat recipe coming soon). Both are great, but if you’ve had the OG Hawaiian dole whip and want to recreate that version, this is the version for you.
You’ll Need
Frozen Pineapple
Frozen Banana
Powdered Sugar
Unsweetened Coconut Milk
Lime Juice
Piping Bag (optional)
Soft Serve Machine (optional)
Making Dole Whip at home is a fun and rewarding way to enjoy this tropical treat without leaving your kitchen. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, enjoying a family dessert night, or just craving a cool, refreshing snack, this homemade Dole Whip recipe is sure to satisfy.
Gina
Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe Pineapple, chopped and frozen
- 1 ripe Banana, peeled and frozen
- 2-1/2 teaspoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a high speed blender (or food processor).
- Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- If you want that iconic soft serve look: Put the mixture into a pastry bag with star tip or plastic bag and put in fridge/freezer for about 5 minutes to chill.
- Pipe into serving dish or waffle cone and enjoy!
- Optional: Garnish with fresh pineapple.
Notes
For best results freeze the fruit in airtight containers