These homemade Dole Whip Popsicles channel all the flavor of your favorite Disneyland Dole Whip into a healthy homemade popsicle!
Our whole family LOVES a trip to the Happiest Place on Earth, but since we can’t always be on vacation (ugh!), we love re-creating some of our favorite Disneyland park recipes at home. Whether it’s a Disneyland Mint Julep mocktail, or those fun Chocolate Covered Banana pops, it’s just fun to bring a little of the magic home!
That’s definitely the case for our popular Dole Whip Popsicles! (It’s been one of our favorite popsicle recipes since we started making them in 2018!) This delicious tropical treat channels the creamy pineapple taste of a Dole Whip, simply made with healthy ingredients! They’re a delicious way to beat the heat on a hot summer day, and they make a fun movie night treat or dessert after a summer BBQ.
While it won’t be *quite* the same as sitting on a bench in the sun enjoying a Dole Whip in Adventureland or strolling through the magic kingdom, these easy Dole Whip popsicles will certainly give you those summery Disney vibes you miss!
My favorite part about these homemade popsicles (beyond their creamy pineapple flavor!), is how EASY they are to make! You only need THREE INGREDIENTS to make this easy frozen treat. Let’s dive in!
Simple Ingredients To Start
Like I said, these easy dole whip popsicles only call for 3 INGREDIENTS! We’ve turned this delicious treat into a healthy treat by keeping the ingredients simple. You’ll need:
- Frozen Pineapple. For ease, I usually make my Dole Whip Popsicles with frozen pineapple. It’s budget friendly, delicious, and works great! If you have fresh pineapple to use, feel free to use that instead!
- Coconut Milk. For the creamiest popsicles, I recommend full-fat canned coconut milk rather than lite coconut milk or coconut milk from a carton. That rich, creamy texture really makes a difference here! (You can even use coconut cream if you want a richer popsicle!)
- Maple Syrup or Honey. Then, to sweeten these pineapple popsicles, I add a little bit of pure maple syrup or honey. (Agave is another great option!) It brings out the natural sweetness in the pineapple!
Our Favorite Popsicle Mold
You’ll also need a popsicle mold (or some small paper cups) and wooden popsicle sticks to make these creamy pineapple popsicles. We’ve tried lots of molds for making frozen treats over the years, but we think this popsicle mold by Norpro is the best. It has 10 slots, sturdy construction (so it stays upright better in the freezer!) and has a lid to hold the sticks in place. It also comes in silicone versions, but I find these can sometimes hold onto scents and flavors.
How To Make Dole Whip Popsicles, Step By Step
As always, you can find the full recipe with ingredient amounts, detailed instructions and tips in the printable recipe card below!
- Combine. To start, add pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup coconut milk, and syrup/honey into your blender.
- Purée until completely smooth and no lumps remain, adding more coconut milk if necessary to blend. Taste and add additional syrup or honey as needed, blending again to combine.
- Freeze. Pour the pineapple whip mixture into popsicle mold, insert sticks, and freeze 3-4 hours or until completely firm.
- Serve & Store. To release from popsicle mold, run mold under cool water (not warm water or they’ll melt!) for a few seconds and use a side-to-side motion to release popsicle from the mold. Store leftover popsicles in an airtight bag or container in the freezer.
What If I Don’t Have A Popsicle Mold?
If you don’t have a popsicle mold or can’t get one (I get it!), you can still make this easy recipe! Here’s how to make a popsicle in paper cups instead:
- Set out 3 oz. paper cups (they work best) or small plastic/melamine cups.
- Fill the cups Pour the popsicle mixture into the cups (you’ll need to adjust a bit for size), leaving a bit of room for the popsicles to expand in the freezer.
- Cover the cups with foil and insert a popsicle stick. (The foil keeps the sticks in place)
- Place cups on a cutting board, tray, or plate for stability and freeze as directed. (Remember that your popsicles may take longer to freeze depending on how wide & deep your cups are.)
- When they’re frozen, remove the foil and peel away the paper cup! (Or run the outside of a plastic cup under cold water for a few seconds to loosen and wiggle the stick side to side to remove it from the cup.)
FAQ + Tips And Tricks For The Best Dole Whip Popsicles
Can I Use Canned Pineapple Instead? I’ve had a few people ask if they can use crushed pineapple or canned pineapple tidbits, but don’t recommend them here, since canned pineapple has a very distinct taste that can overpower the popsicles. Fresh or frozen pineapple will give you much better flavor.
Can I Use Something Besides Coconut Milk? I love the way that coconut and pineapple work together here, and think it’s a GREAT dairy-free option. That said, if you have a coconut allergy, or simply don’t like coconut, you can substitute heavy whipping cream instead. It’ll still give you the richness you’re looking for. I don’t recommend regular milk or almond milk, since they tend to give the popsicles a flaky, icy texture. Heavy cream is your best best if you need a substitute!
Try Them With Lime Juice! For a yummy twist, try adding 1 Tablespoon of fresh lime juice with the other ingredients. The tanginess really plays up the taste of pineapple in these creamy pops! (You can add the lime zest too for a more pronounced lime flavor!)
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Dole Whip Popsicles (Paleo & Vegan!)
- Total Time: 5 Min + 3-4Hrs to freeze
- Yield: about 10 popsicles 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
These delicious creamy pineapple popsicles are Dole Whip Perfection! They’re basically your favorite Disneyland Dole Whip in popsicle form–perfect for a hot day!
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup full-fat canned coconut milk (more, if needed)*
- 1–2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup or honey
Instructions
- Combine. To start, add pineapple chunks, 1/2 cup coconut milk, and syrup/honey into your blender.
- Purée until completely smooth and no lumps remain, adding more coconut milk if necessary to blend. Taste and add additional syrup or honey as needed, blending again to combine.
- Freeze. Pour the pineapple whip mixture into popsicle mold, insert sticks, and freeze 3-4 hours or until completely firm.
- Serve & Store. To release from popsicle mold, run mold under cool water (not warm water or they’ll melt!) for a few seconds and use a side-to-side motion to release popsicle from the mold. Store leftover popsicles in an airtight bag or container in the freezer
Notes
- Try Them With Lime Juice! For a yummy twist, try adding 1 Tablespoon of fresh lime juice with the other ingredients. The tanginess really plays up the taste of pineapple in these creamy pops! (You can add the lime zest too for a more pronounced lime flavor!)
- Can I Use Something Besides Coconut Milk? Pineapple and coconut is one of my favorite flavor combinations, and think it’s a GREAT dairy-free option. That said, if you have a coconut allergy, or simply don’t like coconut, you can substitute heavy whipping cream instead. It’ll still give you the richness you’re looking for. I don’t recommend regular milk or almond milk, since they tend to give the popsicles a flaky, icy texture. Heavy cream is your best best if you need a substitute!
- If you don’t have a popsicle mold, you can pour the mixture into small paper cups (3 oz size works best!). Cover the cups with foil or plastic wrap, then poke the sticks through. Place cups on a cutting board or level surface in the freezer and keep in mind that they may take longer to freeze depending on the cup’s dimensions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Freeze Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 71
- Sugar: 10.1 g
- Sodium: 2.7 mg
- Fat: 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Recipe originally shared June 2018. Updated June 2020, and fully updated again May 2024.
I love a dole whip! These popsicles taste like summer at Disneyland. I love them so much!
Amei sua receita, beijos Fernanda
Delicious and easy! We blended the extra with ice for a “nice cream” treat.
Great idea! I’m so glad you loved it! 🙂
can i make a popsicle without the coconut milk?
Tina – You will likely need something to blend it with. You can substitute water, pineapple juice, or any milk you drink (dairy, almond, rice, soy, etc.) if you can’t do coconut milk.
Wow these popsicles are fantastic!!! So sweet and creamy. My four year old and two year old are loving them, and my 8 month old got to try some of the smoothie base before it froze. All three are in heaven!
Oh hooray! It’s always great when something is a hit with EVERYONE in the family!!!
Hello! We met in the produce section at Walmart yesterday, and I just wanted to let you know I actually stopped by your website! It’s beautiful, and I’m excited to keep snooping around. Thank you for the inspiration! 🤗
It was so nice to meet you! I hope you find something you love! 😊
Thank you for the recipe! Should I blend the thick cream into the watery part of the coconut milk prior to using, or should I only use the thick cream? Thanks!
Thank you for the recipe! Should I attempt to blend the separated cream into the watery part of the coconut milk prior to using it in this recipe, or should I only use the separated cream? Thanks!
I usually shake the can to combine the cream/water so i can use both parts. If that’s not an option, I’d grab a little of each when it’s open!
Thank you! Sorry for the duplicate questions, it didn’t appear to post the first time so I posted again.😌
I need these popsicles in my life asap! They look amazing!
Thank you Paige! I LOVE them!