Dole Whip Cupcakes

These Pineapple Dole Whip Cupcakes are a fun twist on a Disney classic! Fluffy pineapple-flavored cupcakes topped with smooth, creamy pineapple frosting give you all the tropical vibes and refreshing sweetness of a Dole Whip, right in cupcake form. Perfect for a little taste of magic at home!

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

If you've been to Disneyland or Walt Disney World, you have probably heard of Dole Whip. If you haven't, I'm so sorry. Dole Whip is my all-time FAVORITE Disney treat!

Pineapple Dole Whip is a creamy, dairy-free, soft serve pineapple dessert that is available at both the Disneyland Resort as well as Walt Disney World. It is a classic Disney treat!

A few years ago, ran a neighborhood cupcake business and I wanted to turn Pineapple Dole Whip into a cupcake. And it was a success!

Not only are these cupcakes delicious, they were my top selling flavor! My neighbors and friends loved them.

Find out how to make your own Dole Whip Soft Serve here!

The cake portion of this treat is pineapple flavored and stuffed with an over the top pineapple filling. On top, you will find a creamy pineapple buttercream frosting.

Make sure you use a piping bag and star tip so that the frosting will look just like the Dole Whip sold at the parks!

By the way, if you are a big fan of Disney snacks and treats like me, be sure to check out my entire collection of make-at-home Disney Recipes here! And pineapple fans will love this Pineapple Pound Cake.

Ingredients for Dole Whip Cupcakes

Pineapple Cupcakes

• Vanilla Cake Mix- You can use a vanilla cake mix or a white cake mix to make these cupcakes, but I prefer the taste of vanilla.
• Pineapple Flavored Jello- This jello is used to flavor the cupcakes. I have been able to easily find it at my local grocery store, Walmart, and here on Amazon.
• Butter - for this recipe, I like to use unsalted butter. Melted butter is added to the cake mix in place of oil.
• Eggs - You will use one more egg in this recipe than what is called for on the back of the cake mix box. Use large eggs.
• Pineapple Juice - Use any brand of pineapple juice that you want. My favorite brand is DOLE.
• Milk - Instead of water that is called for on the cake mix box, you will be using milk.

Pineapple Filling

• Crushed Pineapple: Adds natural pineapple flavor and texture, bringing that juicy, tropical taste to every bite.
• Sugar: Sweetens the filling, balancing the tartness of the pineapple for a perfectly sweet center.
• Corn Starch: Thickens the filling so it stays in place inside the cupcake, creating a nice, gooey consistency.
• Butter: Adds richness and a silky texture, making the filling creamy and smooth.
• Feel free to adjust sugar levels for sweetness, or swap butter for a vegan option if desired!

Pineapple Buttercream

• Butter: The creamy base of the buttercream, whipped until light and fluffy to create a smooth, rich texture.
• Powdered Sugar: Sweetens and thickens the frosting, giving it that classic buttercream sweetness.
• Vanilla: Adds a hint of warmth and depth to balance the pineapple flavor.
• Pineapple Gelatin Mix: Brings in the tropical pineapple taste and a fun yellow color, making the frosting fruity and vibrant.
• Milk: Thins out the frosting to a spreadable consistency; you can adjust it for the texture you want.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
• Cupcake Liners
• Cupcake Pan
• 1 Tablespoon Cookie Scoop
• Cupcake Corer
• Piping Bags
• Large Star Tip

How to Make Dole Whip Cupcakes

[Step 1] Pineapple Cupcakes: Add the cake mix, pineapple Jello, butter, eggs, pineapple juice and milk to the bowl of a stand mixer or use a mixing bowl and hand mixer. Beat until mixed together.

[Step 2] Line a cupcake pan with paper cupcake liners. Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, add three scoops of batter to each cup. Bake the cupcakes at 325 degrees for 13-18 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

[Step 3] Add the crushed pineapple, sugar, and corn starch to a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until boiling. Reduce the heat and simmer, while continuing to stir, for 5 minutes. Remove the pineapple filling from the heat, stir in the butter and allow to cool. Reserve ¼ cup of filling, to add to the frosting.

[Step 4] Place the softened butter in the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Whip the butter until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract, Jello mix, and reserved pineapple filling.  Add the powdered sugar 1 cup at a time, mixing in between. Pour in the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

[Step 5] To assemble the cupcakes, use a cupcake corer or a knife to remove the center of the each cupcake. Add the pineapple filling to a piping bag and snip off the end. Pipe the filing into the middle of each cupcake.

[Step 6] Add the frosting to a piping bag with a large star tip. Pipe the buttercream on top of the cupcakes in a circular motion to mimic a Dole Whip Soft Serve.

I hope you enjoy these Dole Whip Cupcakes whenever you are craving a yummy Disney treat!

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More Disney Recipes:

• Mickey Beignets
• Disney Churro Bites
• Mickey Pretzels
• Pineapple Dole Whip
• Toy Story Land Grilled Cheese

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