Description
This easy Strawberry Dole Whip recipe combines the tropical tang of pineapple juice with the sweetness of frozen strawberries and the creamy texture of vanilla ice cream to create a refreshing, smooth treat. Perfect for hot days, this homemade version is quick to blend up and can be adjusted for dairy-free or vegan diets. Enjoy it as a soft serve or a cool smoothie-style dessert.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
Pineapple Juice Base
- 4–6 ounces pineapple juice (preferably Dole 100% juice)
Fruit
- 2 cups (9 ounces) frozen strawberries
Creamy Component
- 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Combine the pineapple juice, frozen strawberries, and vanilla ice cream in a blender. Make sure to add the juice first for easier blending.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add a bit more pineapple juice. If it’s too thin, add a few more frozen strawberries.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the texture and consistency. Adjust by adding more juice or frozen strawberries to reach your desired thickness.
- Serve: Pour the Strawberry Dole Whip into glasses and serve immediately. For a soft serve effect, see notes for piping tips.
Notes
- Piping Tip: For a soft serve look, freeze the blended mixture in a large zip-top bag for 5 minutes, snip off 1/2″ of the tip, and pipe into a cup. You can use a star frosting tip for a swirl effect.
- Dairy-Free/Vegan Variation: Substitute with coconut milk, vegan yogurt, or dairy-free ice cream for a plant-based treat.
- Sweetness: Add 1–2 tablespoons of sugar if you prefer a sweeter whip.
- Extra Berries: Mix in some raspberries for variety.
- Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container in the freezer. Soften at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: approx. 125
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
