The Only DOLE Whip Recipe You’ll Ever Need!

National DOLE Whip Day is celebrated every year on July 18, marking a day dedicated to this beloved treat. The iconic DOLE Whip was introduced in 1984 at Aloha Isle in Magic Kingdom, thanks to Dole Packaged Foods collaborating with the Walt Disney Company. This delicious pineapple soft-serve has since become a fan favorite.

The popularity of food featuring pineapple extends beyond just the DOLE Whip; the Pineapple Upside-Down Cake is another classic that showcases the fruit’s versatility. Its rise to fame can be attributed to Dole’s historical contests for pineapple recipes, which helped to popularize many pineapple-based snacks and desserts.

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Ingredients for the Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Creating a DOLE Whip Pineapple Upside-Down Cake requires a selection of essential ingredients.

Topping Ingredients for the Cake

• Pineapple Slices: One 20-ounce can of pineapple slices in 100% juice (preferably DOLE brand)

• Butter: Four tablespoons of melted butter

• Sugar: Half a cup of firmly packed light brown sugar

• Spices: A quarter teaspoon each of cinnamon and ground ginger

• Cherries: Six maraschino cherries

Essential Components for the Cake Batter

• Flour: One and one-third cups of all-purpose flour

• Salt: Half teaspoon of coarse salt

• Baking Powder: One and three-quarters teaspoons

• Sugar: Three-quarters cup of granulated sugar

• Butter: Three tablespoons of softened butter

• Egg: One large egg

• Vanilla Extract: One teaspoon

• Milk: Two tablespoons of milk

• Pineapple Juice: Six tablespoons of reserved juice from the can

Special Frozen Treat Ingredients

• Pineapple Juice: Half to three-quarters of a cup

• Frozen Pineapple Chunks: Two cups

• Ice Cream: One cup of dairy-free vanilla ice cream

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Step-by-Step Preparation Guide

To prepare the DOLE Whip Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, follow these clear steps.

Instructions for Preparing the Topping

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Lightly grease eight-ounce ramekins with butter and place them on a baking sheet.

Drain pineapple rings, reserving six tablespoons of juice from the can.

In a small bowl, combine melted butter, light brown sugar, cinnamon, and ground ginger, stirring until smooth.

Spread approximately one and a half tablespoons of this mixture into the bottom of each ramekin, then place a pineapple ring on top and add a maraschino cherry in the center.

Key Steps for Baking the Cake

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.

2. In an electric mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.

3. Gradually mix in reserved pineapple juice and half of the flour mixture. Add milk and the remaining flour, blending until the batter is smooth.

4. Distribute about one-third of a cup of the batter over the pineapple in each ramekin.

5. Bake for approximately 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Directions for Making the Frozen Treat

1. In a blender, combine pineapple juice, frozen pineapple chunks, and dairy-free vanilla ice cream. Blend until smooth, being careful not to over-blend.

2. If the mixture is too thick, add pineapple juice, two tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

3. Serve the frozen treat immediately over the baked cake.

And there you have it! While there might be a lot of steps to this cake, it ultimately isn’t overly complicated and definitely something you can make to impress anyone who might stop by. Plus, it’ll allow you to visit Walt Disney World any time you want without leaving the comfort of your own home!

Do you love enjoying a sweet and tart DOLE Whip as much as we do? What is your favorite DOLE Whip treat to enjoy at Disney? Let us know in the comments!