This Healthy Copycat Dole Whip is made with just two ingredients and tastes like pineapple soft serve ice cream, for an improved version of the Disney classic!
Today it is my privilege to introduce you to my firstborn as he takes over the
blog for Five Heart Home’s first-ever Kids in the Kitchen Guest Post! ♥
I attended a camp at the beginning of the summer where I took a cooking class. I made all sorts of desserts, meals, and appetizers. I was already interested in cooking before that but it got me into cooking even more. So when my mom asked me if I’d like to do a guest post on Five Heart Home, I said yes!
This Healthy Copycat Dole Whip recipe is a cool, refreshing, easy, fun summer dessert! It would be great for an after-school snack, or maybe even breakfast, because there are only two healthy ingredients: frozen pineapple and vanilla yogurt. I got this idea from my mom’s 2-Ingredient Watermelon Sherbet, except this pineapple version tastes like the frozen soft-serve dessert you can get at Disney World!
This is a perfect recipe for kids to make because all you have to do is get some frozen pineapple and yogurt and throw them into the food processor or blender. You can use a bag of frozen pineapple chunks or have an adult help you cut up a fresh pineapple and freeze the pieces. If you don’t like using any sugar, you can use plain yogurt instead of vanilla yogurt (but most kids like vanilla yogurt).
And then all you do is turn on the food processor or blender for a few minutes until the ingredients are smooth and creamy, like soft-serve ice cream!
When we took pictures of this recipe it was hard, because it’s like an oven in Texas with this 103-degree heat. But a Healthy Copycat Dole Whip melts really fast no matter where you live. After the recipe is made, you should try to eat it as soon as possible. If it does melt a little too fast, you can stick in the freezer and let it harden for awhile.
I hope you all get to try a Healthy Copycat Dole Whip soon because it’s a good-for-you snack or dessert that tastes great! It’s a nice, refreshing treat on a hot summer day. Thank you all for reading and I hope to see you again soon with another guest post!
Healthy Copycat Dole Whip {2-Ingredient Pineapple Soft Serve} Recipe
Healthy Copycat Dole Whip {2-Ingredient Pineapple Soft Serve} Recipe
Healthy Copycat Dole Whip {2-Ingredient Pineapple Soft Serve}
Ingredients
- 3 cups pineapple chunks, cut 3/4-inch in size and frozen solid
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- Add half of the frozen pineapple chunks plus half of the yogurt to a large food processor (or high-powered blender). Process for several minutes until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Scoop the mixture into a separate container and repeat the steps with the remaining ingredients.
- Serve immediately for a frozen yogurt/soft-serve consistency. You may scoop directly into bowls or cones or transfer to a gallon-sized plastic bag, cut a hole in the corner, and swirl out like a soft-serve dispenser. If the "ice cream" is melting too quickly, you may pop it in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Using a bag of frozen pineapple chunks is the quickest way to make this recipe. A 16-ounce bag yields about 3 cups of fruit.
- To freeze fresh pineapple cubes, place them in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and place in the freezer for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight. Make sure there's not excess pineapple juice on the pan or the cubes will freeze into a solid mass. I also prefer freezing the cubes on top of a piece of foil or parchment paper which makes it easier to release them from the pan later.
- When making this recipe, be sure to work quickly or the pineapple will start to thaw and the dessert may become watery.
More Frosty Summer Treats
- {Dairy-Free} Double Chocolate Coconut Ice Cream
- Tropical Banana “Ice Cream”
- Fruity Yogurt Popsicles
- Blueberry Buttermilk Sherbet
Sarah Ashmore says
July 31, 2017 at 7:37 pmGreat job, Grant! Your writing is awesome, and we will definitely try this at home. I think my 3rd grade boy would be able to do this easily! 🙂
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 7:27 amThank you Sarah! Yes, I definitely think your 3rd grade boy would be able to make this.
Kelley Taylor says
July 31, 2017 at 7:44 pmThanks Grant for sharing such a healthy, yummy treat! Best of all, it’s quick to make and my kiddos can help too. I hope to see more guest posts from you in the future…maybe a recipe for a good snack to munch on while watching good ole Aggie football. ??
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 7:32 amYou are very welcome, Miss Kelley! I hope to share a recipe of an Aggie football snack this fall!
Kristin says
July 31, 2017 at 7:44 pmThis looks delicious! I bet my 8 and 9 year olds would love having it for breakfast!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 7:33 amIt is very delicious, Kristin! I do think your 8 and 9 year olds will like having it for breakfast.
Annmarie Cessac says
July 31, 2017 at 7:47 pmNice job, Grant!! My mouth was watering with your vivid descriptions for the Dole Whip!! You are a talented writer like your mama!! Can’t wait to try this with my kiddos!! It looks delicious and easy!! ?
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 8:05 amThank you, Mrs. Cessac! I don’t think I am as good as a writer as my mama YET! Yes, I think that S and J will love making this dole whip! I think it is very delicious and very easy!
Abby at Just a Girl and Her Blog says
July 31, 2017 at 8:09 pmGreat job, Grant! This recipe looks delicious– I know my boys will love it too! Thanks for taking over your mom’s blog for a day!
~Abby =)
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 8:30 amThank you, Abby! I hope your boys enjoy it and I hope to do another guest post soon!
Jen Richard says
July 31, 2017 at 8:20 pmWhat a great and easy recipe Grant! Can’t wait to make it with DJ and Walker! Yum!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 8:29 amThank You Ms. Jen! This recipe is delicious and fun! I hope DJ and Walker enjoy making it!
Liz Cheslock says
July 31, 2017 at 9:02 pmCan’t wait to try it with Charlie soon! It sure will be a nice treat to beat the heat we have had here in San Antonio lately! Keep up the great work–can’t wait to read your next post soon! ?
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:40 pmI think Charlie will love to try it! Yes, it is a nice, cool treat to have in this Texas heat! Have fun in San Antonio!
Emily Huggins says
July 31, 2017 at 9:28 pmWow sounds yummy!! Thanks so much for sharing Grant!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:41 pmThank you, Emily! Hope you have a chance to try it!
Alison Queralt says
July 31, 2017 at 9:59 pmThis looks crazy good Grant! Thx for sharing 🙂
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:43 pmThank you Mrs. Queralt! I hope you can try it soon!
Kristi Dominguez says
July 31, 2017 at 10:29 pmGrant, this looks WONDERFUL! I’m a big Dole Whip fan and love that you’ve given me a recipe to make my favorite treat at home, now. I can’t wait to taste this. I have a 10 year old, too…he will LOVE this one for sure!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:45 pmThank you Kristi! I am now a huge dole whip fan as well! I guarantee you that your 10 year old and you are going to love this dole whip!
Lori Riley says
July 31, 2017 at 11:36 pmWow Grant! Looks delish! I’m looking forward to more kid blog posts from you.
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:46 pmThank you Ms. Lori! I will be back with more blog posts!
Tania Huth says
August 1, 2017 at 6:18 amGrant this recipe sounds delicious and I cannot wait to try it. I love that you are interested in cooking and hope you continue to share more great recipes. Great writing style!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:50 pmThank you Mrs. Huth! This dole whip is definitely delicious! I enjoyed writing this post and I will be back with more recipes.
Carolyn G Bartelli says
August 1, 2017 at 6:18 amThis looks delicious and nutritious and my kids and husband are excited to try this recipe!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:53 pmThank you Carolyn! This is yummy and healthy. I hope your kids and your husband like this recipe.
Andrea Walter says
August 1, 2017 at 7:50 amYummy recipe and great writing, like mother like son. ? Good job Grant on your debut blog. We can’t wait to try it.
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 2:57 pmThank you Andrea! I will be back with more posts. I hope the dole whip is popular with your family:-)
Rachel Pepper says
August 1, 2017 at 9:16 amI loved your guest post, Grant! Great description about this easy and healthy snack. Weston and Nolan can’t wait to try it out for breakfast this week. I sure hope to read another guest post from you soon! Gig ’em!!!!!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 3:00 pmThank you Mrs. Pepper! This is the best kind of breakfast and I hope Weston and Nolan enjoy it.
Gig’em!!!!!!!!
Clare Chachere says
August 1, 2017 at 9:17 amGrant – I loved your blog post! What a delicious looking, easy recipe. I’ll be sharing this link with my 2nd grader, Landry, to see if she’d like to give it a try. I’m super impressed with what a great writer you are! I know your Mom and Dad are so proud and grateful! 🙂 Congrats on your first blog post. I hope to read more from you in the future!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 3:06 pmThank you for the nice comment! This is a yummy, fun, and simple recipe. I hope Landry enjoys this dole whip 🙂
Wil says
August 1, 2017 at 9:57 amGreat job Grant! We will have to try this for our guests at Lake Travis. (4 Aggie students are coming in today). Keep up the good work and Gig ’em!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 3:13 pmThank you Mr. Will! I hope your Aggie students like this dole whip!
Gig’em
Olivia Connett says
August 1, 2017 at 2:08 pmI love this recipe! It can’t be any more simple. Thanks for sharing, Grant!!
Grant says
August 1, 2017 at 3:24 pmThank you Olivia! Yes, I agree it couldn’t be any more simple.
LuAnne Ainsworth says
August 1, 2017 at 4:12 pmWow, Grant this looks delicious! I think it is something my two girls could make on their own ( if I have all the ingredients). I guess I’ll need to make a trip to HEB. I can’t wait to see your next post.
Grant says
August 10, 2017 at 1:54 pmThank you, LuAnne! I hope your girls love this. I hope to share another recipe.
Carolyn Crouchet says
August 1, 2017 at 9:43 pmCongratulations on your first post, Grant. I have promised to fix this for my family tomorrow! Your directions are clear and the photos make me hungry. I can’t wait to see what you plan to write about next.
Grant says
August 10, 2017 at 1:57 pmThank you, Carolyn! I hope this was a hit with your family when you made it.