Bring on summer with homemade Pineapple Whip! This Disney pineapple whip copycat recipe is naturally sweet and refined sugar-free.
Several years ago we took a family trip to Disneyland. Notice I didn’t call this vacation. Oh no. This was a 3-day park whirlwind. The kids had a blast, of course.
For me, it was purely overstimulating. However, I’m a highly sensitive person. So several days of loud noises, big rides, and very vibrant colors were all too much. Nevertheless, I checked off one of my “mommy bucket list” boxes, mission accomplished!
Despite all of that, my biggest concern visiting Disney was whether we would have ample plant-based food options. While vegan food options do exist in Disney, they are not abundant and require extra walking to find.
There was one treat that we really looked forward to finding, however… the Dole Pineapple Whip!
With the heat and walking, it was just so refreshing and a treat for all.
When we returned home, I replicated the Disney Pineapple Whip for the girls.
However, I infuse a little Dreena into my whip! Instead of straight pineapple, I mix in ripe banana. It adds more creaminess and cuts that intense pineapple sweetness. ALSO…
Try substituting mango for the banana – or the pineapple. Mango whip is insanely delicious.
The real Disneyland Dole Whip is not just pineapple (which I thought it was). The whip is vegan, but includes a non-dairy creamer, sugar, and natural flavoring and coloring.
Yes, it’s only at Disney resorts. However, with my easy recipe you can make your own right at home!
No. But you can make it at home very easily with this recipe!
Apparently Dole Whip comes in 5 other flavors: orange, raspberry, strawberry, mango, and lemon. Pineapple is the most popular, but as I’ve mentioned when I experimented with mango it was wildly delicious! So try some other flavor swaps of your own.
Yes. You can freeze the soft-serve after making it. Once it fully freezes, it will be considerably harder, more icy than ice cream. To serve after freezing, just take out of the freezer for about 10-15 minutes and then scoop to serve
I hope you try – and love! – this Pineapple Whip. If you want some other homemade vegan ice cream treats, check out some of these recipes:
Pineapple Whip
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks see note
- 1 cup frozen sliced overripe banana or room temp overripe banana; must be overripe
- 1/3 cup of non-dairy milk of choice preferred choices: coconut cream from a can, vanilla soy or cashew milk; use a touch extra if needed to blend, see note
- 1/4 tsp vanilla bean powder optional, can omit
- small pinch salt optional
- 2-3 tsp pure maple syrup to sweeten if desired, can omit
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except maple syrup to a blender (high-powered is optimal). Pulse to get moving, and then begin to puree to blend. Add extra milk if needed. Once fully pureed and smooth, taste, and add the sweetener if desired. Serve, or transfer to the freezer for an hour or more to set a little more firmly and then serve.
Notes
- Pineapple Note: Another delicious option is to substitute frozen mango, either in part or full. Try 1 cup each at first, then if you love it, try next time with the full 2 cups! You may want to add more maple syrup with mango.
- Banana Note: Similarly, if you aren’t fond of bananas, try mango as a substitute to blend with the pineapple
- Milk Note: Depending on your blender and whether using a room temperature banana, you may need less/more milk. Blend and add milk as needed. Just be patient, let the blender get moving, and don’t overdo the milk initially.
Photography credit: Marika Collins
This post was originally published in 2016 and updated for June 2021.
Belinda Blease says
You may want to remove the word disney from this recipe. Don’t you know by now they are a huge child sex trafficking ring. I call them pedoworld. Do some research. Happy New Year
Adrienne says
Dole whips are sold at other places, not just Disney. Many places by the beach in California have them in all 5 flavors. I personally prefer coconut milk in mine.
Dreena says
Hi Adrienne, thanks for sharing that, I didn’t know despite looking into it. Did you not enjoy the recipe, with the 3-star review?
Donna Russell says
We have several places with various flavors of vegan Dole whip available in Northern Michigan too. But I Do like to make homemade…less sugar and cost!
Dreena says
Thanks Donna! I hope you love it as much (or more) than the storebought. Thanks for the note and great rating.
Marilyn says
I live in northern Michigan. Where, please?!!
Kathleen Brown says
I have not tried this, but have a question. I have a Vitamix blender, but it can be tricky to get everything out of the bottom of the blender. Would a good processor or Yonanas machine work as well? Thank you for your fabulous cookbooks and recipes.
Dreena says
Hi Kathleen, great question. I haven’t used Yonanas (I want to!) but think it would work without the added milk. A food processor will also work!
Debbie says
Hi, Kathleen
Amazon (and Vitamix) sell a special scraper tool to get everything out of the blender; even under those pesky blades. Well worth the $15, since so much food is under those blades – and free delivery if you have Amazon Prime.
Amanda R says
We blend pineapple and water in my food processor my kids love it and it tastes just like dole whip to us.
Dreena Burton says
Hi Amanda, thanks for the note – kids DO love this!
Nancy says
Made the whip using Presidents Choice Tropical Fruit mix.
Did not need any sweetener and was absolutely delicious.
Will make this for the grandkids and share it with family members.
Dreena, thank you for another fabulous recipe.
Dreena says
So happy to read your note, Nancy. I will have a look for that PC mix myself. Thanks and enjoy with the family. 🙂
Jan Beddoe says
Nancy not only will make it for her grandkids. She also sent it to all if her friends. Going to try making it tomorrow! Thanks for a great recipe Dreena and Nancy!
Dreena says
Nancy is amazing!! I love this – and thanks for the cheer, Jan. 🙂
Nanette says
we are diehard Dole Whip fans and disney enthusiasts – can’t wait to make this. I’ve found that the vegan options at the parks are actually very abundant and in pretty much every restaurant – the key is to do a little research and there’s often secret items you can order.
Dreena says
Thanks Nanette, I’m glad you will enjoy this recipe! Also, very good to know about vegan options. It’s been a while since we visited and it was slim pickings then. Maybe time to return! Enjoy the whip. 🙂
Barbara Lee says
Can something else be substituted for the banana?
Dreena says
Hi Barbara, you can try frozen mango here!
jane says
DREENA, I just discovered your blog today and read many past posts. I very much appreciate your sharing your struggles with living lately as part of your blog. Too many blogs come off so superficially. Keep it real..
Dreena says
Thanks for saying that, Jane – and welcome to my blog. 🙂
Michelle says
This looks great! I always enjoy reading your favorites list! Please keep them up!! I’ve bought several items from your lists.
Tim Hordo says
What a simple and delicious recipe, the kind I like! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Tami@NutmegNotebook says
I have never had the pineapple whip at Disney Land but I sure look forward to trying your version. Enjoy your break away from social media. Those breaks do the body good.
Jean Grace says
I am a faithful reader (and cookbook buyer), but I don’t think I have ever commented. But I wanted to say thank you for referring to the Exercise Marshall in your favorites post. Those videos are pure joy and have lifted my mood several times this week. I enjoy all your posts.
Regina says
My kids are going to love this! Thanks!!
Natalie Collins says
Me too, I totally pour over your Favourites posts 🙁 Keep them up please?
Kirstin says
Hi Dreena,
I like your favourite finds posts although I currently live in a country where I cannot buy or order any of the items easily.
I also enjoy your posts focussing on other aspects of a healthy, wholesome and mindful life.
Enjoy your break from blogging!
Kimberly says
I love your favorites list…I’ve found and purchased some many wonderful products based off those list..I will be sad to see them go. I make this all the time with just mango or a mix with pineapples, and always a banana or two. I just put in water to get my vitamix going, and since I’m a chocolate fan – raw cocao nibs sprinkled on the top to satisfy that chocolate fix. Surprisingly when I was at disney I was never able to find the pineapple whip location.
Christine says
It isjust outside the entrance of the enchanted tiki room, at the mainstreet junction to adventure land.
I was there 2 days ago and the dole whip was the best part of my day!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
I love Dole Whip! It’s one of the best reasons to visit Disneyland! I will definitely be making your version at home this summer.
Stephanie Weaver, MPH, CWHC says
Oh, my, how have I never ever heard of this? Sounds amazeballs!
Dana says
This is so yummy!! I sometimes add 1/4 cup cashews to the mix for some creaminess and a little extra fat!
KAren says
Oh, I liked your Favourites theme and appreciate hearing what like-minded people are enjoying and fav finds. I’m going to look for Untangled at my library. Maybe it’s a theme that you have once in a while? Enjoy your time off! Looking forward t making this pineapple whip!
Lesq says
I am a mother/BFF with my children, wife/BFF with my husband, attorney and professor, life is challenging if we allow it to be. I have learned over the years that on the journey through life the means are so much more important then the end. My children are young adults with wonderful significant others and you realize only a second ago in time I was that age. It flies by so I no longer have anytime for anything but peace and serenity. I have learned complete gratitude for my awesome life–it’s a gift and that I can’t control anything really. Thankful for daily yoga–it got me here. I found complete peace livng in NYC so surroundings are beside the point. It’s all in the heart and intellect. Btw, love your recipes, but life thoughts are often intellectually stimulating. Sharing some of your day to day thinking allows your readers to form a blog friendship that makes reading more enjoyable. Have a great weekend.
Alisa Fleming says
This recipe has been on my bucket list for ages. I love your “nice cream” version!