No ice cream maker? No problem! You can make this homemade Dole Whip recipe right in your blender for an easy, refreshing dessert.
My family is looking forward to a vacation in Disney World later this month. We have a countdown on the wall, and we’re already scoping out the weather forecast in Florida for the time of our visit. It’s in the 90’s down south, so we’ll be looking for refreshing treats while we’re there.
One of the most popular desserts at Disney World is the famous Dole Whip. This delicious pineapple soft-serve ice cream is a “can’t miss” item for many families visiting Disney. But luckily, Dole Whips aren’t just at Disney World.
You can make this homemade Dole Whip recipe any time. It only takes a few minutes to whip together.
I make my version with coconut milk because coconut and pineapple are such a great combo. Just four simple ingredients come together in a blender to make this no-churn homemade pineapple ice cream. Serve it in these pretty ice cream dishes for a fun treat!
Dole Whip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups coconut milk (full fat)
- 1 tbs lime juice
- 4 cups finely chopped pineapple frozen
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Place the ingredients in a blender in the order listed. Typically liquid ingredients should go into the blender first, but I add the maple syrup last so it doesn’t get stuck to the bottom of the blender. Make sure the pineapple pieces are broken up and not all frozen together.
- Blend the ingredients on medium-high until smooth and well-combined. If your blender has a hard time handling the frozen pineapple, add just a little more coconut milk so the blade can work properly.
- This can be served right away if you want a soft, slushy consistency. Otherwise, freeze the ice cream in a shallow, airtight container for a couple hours until it reaches the desired consistency.
Notes
Nutrition Estimate
Homemade Dole Whip Recipe Price Breakdown
This recipe costs a total of $3.22 to make, or $.81 per one-cup serving using homemade coconut milk. If you’re using organic canned coconut milk, the cost per serving is $1.41. Either way, this is a delicious, healthy treat that will remind you of “the happiest place on earth.”
Roxana says
That is a treat I definitely would like to try. Love the flavor combo and so easy too.
Iryna says
Love coconut milk in this recipe. This Dole whip looks and sounds very refreshing, perfect for summer.
Jessica Robinson says
Oh goodness does this look delicious! Gotta love coconut and pineapple together. Such a great treat for the summer!
Hannah says
LOVE the ingredients and how you used coconut milk, I guess it’s creamier that way. A great recipe for homemade ice-cream, loving the taste. 🙂
Meme from Living says
Yay for coconut and pineapple together — such a great combo!
Thank you for coming up with this recipe, so we don’t have to only get it in Disney World! As much as I’d want to be there, it is nice not to wait in the long lines for this tasty treat!!
Jill Stephenson says
How long will this keep in the freezer?
Annemarie says
It’s best in the first day or two. It will get harder as time passes, but it’s still fine to eat for a few months. Just defrost a bit and re-blend if needed.
Annie Kacheroski says
I just bought sweetened coconut milk before reading the comments. Should I leave out the maple syrup, or does it not matter? Looking forward to trying out the recipe now that I have all of the ingredients.
Annemarie says
I would leave out the maple syrup. You can add it in after you blend the ingredients if you think it needs it (take a taste), but it should’t need it. Enjoy!
Rose says
Do you buy frozen pineapple, or do you freeze fresh or canned pineapple in your recipe?
Looks yummy! 🙂
Annemarie says
I freeze fresh pineapple for this recipe, but the other options you mention would work as well.
Tami says
Do you know the nutritional values of this? How many calories, carbs, sugars ect
Annemarie says
I don’t, but you can plug in the recipe at My Fitness Pal (or similar) to get the nutritional breakdown.
Julianne says
Do you use sweetened or unsweetened coconut milk?
Annemarie says
Unsweetened coconut milk is what I use. I actually make my own. It’s so easy! Here’s the recipe: https://realfoodrealdeals.com/how-to-make-coconut-milk/
Julianne says
Thank you for the recipe and the information! My family LOVES pineapple whip!
Kate says
I just made this tonight for dessert after eyeing it for months…wow! The 2-and 4- year olds loved it. You should have seen their eyes light up after one sip. My husband said it is the best frozen drink he’s had? We drank ours with straws instead of eating with spoons. Neither of us have been to Disney World or heard of a Dole whip, but it sure looked amazing, and I had everything on hand. Thanks for all your recipes!
Annemarie says
I’m so glad everyone liked the Dole Whip, Kate! Sometimes it’s easier to make it more slushy. My blender does get a bit cranky when I’m going for a thick consistency. 🙂
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
Yum! I’ve never tried dole whip before but it looks like something I would love to devour.
Renée ♥ says
Dole Whip is just the best, especially on a hot summer day! Thanks so much for this! (Don’t you just love your Blendtec?)
Annemarie says
I can’t stop using my Blendtec! It’s been a game-changer in our kitchen.
Strength and Sunshine says
Yum! I’ve never actually had one!
errely says
I LOVE finding recipes that are healthy and delicious – Cannot wait to try this once it warms up! Pinned!
Kirsten says
Annemarie,
I’ve never had a Dole Whip at Disney, but whenever we’d go to the Dole Plantation when we lived on Oahu we’d get one so I know the taste. We’ve been grilling pineapple a bunch since getting our new grill, but I’ll have to save some out to try this since I could go for a Dole Whip along with my Kalua Pig for a full on Hawaiian fest.
Thanks!
Annemarie says
That must have been great to visit the Dole Plantation, Kirsten. We love grilled pineapple too!
Deanna Segrave-Daly (@tspbasil) says
Ooh – cannot wait to make this!! (And this might be the finally push for me to buy a Blendtec at last 🙂
Annemarie says
Enjoy, Deanna! I can’t say enough good things about my Blendtec. It’s been a game-changer in our kitchen.
Lauren @ Eating with a Purpose says
This looks so good- pinning to make!
haydee says
Can I use non-dairy milk?
Annemarie says
Yes, I use coconut milk.