Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip Recipe (My Favourite Frozen Dessert)

Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip Recipe is the one frozen dessert that people talk about long after they leave the restaurant—and for good reason. It’s the only frozen treat Hawaiian Bros serves, which says a lot about how iconic and carefully crafted it is.

Creamy but light, fruity without being icy, this pineapple-based soft serve feels more like a tropical ritual than a dessert.

I fall in love with Hawaiian bros dole whip soft serve when I was in my friend house. We go out for lunch at Hawaiian bros, where i tried their most popular lunch plate molokai chicken along with macaroni salad and at last the dole whip to complete the meal.

That’s when I decided to make the copycat Hawaiian bros dole whip soft serve recipe. Somehow I found out how they make it and its similar like the Disneyland dole whip.

What makes it special isn’t just the flavor, but the simplicity: no heavy dairy, no artificial aftertaste, just real fruit and coconut blended into something incredibly smooth.

It’s designed to taste clean, bright, and refreshingly indulgent—just like the original. You can serve it straight from the blender for a soft, creamy swirl, or freeze it slightly and pipe it into cups for that classic look you love. Either way, you get to enjoy it exactly how you want.

Pineapple Chunks or Fresh Pineapple – Which Should You Use To Make This Dole Whip?

Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip Recipe is inspired by the one and only frozen dessert Hawaiian Bros serves—and it’s not made the way most people think. At the restaurant, they use Dole Soft Serve, a pre-made, fat-free, dairy-free commercial mix.

At home, I don’t want but you can use store brought pineapple chunks to save time. So this copycat recipe takes a different, more real-food path using fresh ripe Hawaiian pineapple to recreate the flavor and feel.

Perfect For

• Hot summer afternoons when the oven feels illegal
• Backyard BBQs where you want a light, refreshing dessert
• Dairy-free guests who still want something indulgent
• Kids who love ice cream but don’t need all the sugar
• Meal-prep dessert lovers who snack smart
• Anyone craving a mini island escape without a plane ticket

Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip Ingredients

Fresh ripe Hawaiian pineapple – 1 whole pineapple (about 4 cups chopped)
This is the heart of the recipe. Look for a pineapple that smells sweet at the base and feels heavy for its size. Ripe pineapple means less added sweetness and more authentic flavor. If Hawaiian pineapple isn’t available, any ripe golden pineapple works well.

Ripe banana – 1 medium
The banana is your secret weapon for creaminess. It adds body and a subtle sweetness without making the Dole Whip taste like banana. Make sure it’s ripe with a few brown spots—underripe bananas won’t blend as smoothly.

Full-fat coconut milk – ½ cup, well shaken
Full-fat coconut milk gives richness and that faint tropical coconut note Hawaiian Bros fans love. Brands like Thai Kitchen or Chaokoh work beautifully. Avoid light coconut milk; it won’t give you the same luxurious texture.

Fresh lime juice – 1 tablespoon
This small addition makes a big difference. Lime juice balances the sweetness and wakes up the pineapple flavor. Always use fresh-squeezed for the cleanest taste.

Optional: Extra coconut milk, 1–3 tablespoons
This is purely for texture control. Depending on your blender, you may need a splash more to get things moving smoothly.

How To Make Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip

Step 1 | Prepare the Pineapple

Trim off the top and bottom of the pineapple using a sharp knife so it can sit flat on the cutting surface. Carefully slice off the outer skin, working downward along the sides. Use a potato peeler to remove any remaining eyes. Make sure the pineapple is fully ripe for maximum sweetness and flavor.

Step 2 | Cut and Freeze the Pineapple

Cut the peeled pineapple into large chunks, removing and discarding the tough core. Spread the chunks evenly on a tray or place them into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight until completely solid. This step can be done ahead of time.

Step 3 | Prepare and Freeze the Banana

Peel the banana and cut it into slices. Place the slices in a freezer-safe container and freeze until solid. The frozen banana is essential for creating the creamy texture associated with Dole Whip.

Step 4 | Blend the Base

Add the frozen pineapple chunks and frozen banana slices to a high-powered blender. Pour in the coconut milk and add the fresh lime juice. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed. If the mixture is too thick to blend, add small amounts of coconut milk until smooth.

Step 5 | Adjust Texture (Optional Methods)

For a softer, smoothie-style Dole Whip, serve immediately after blending. For a thicker, more traditional texture, transfer the blended mixture to a shallow pan and place it in the freezer. Every 30 minutes, whisk the mixture thoroughly until it reaches a creamy, scoopable consistency.

If an ice cream maker is available, churn the blended base according to the machine instructions until thick and smooth, creating a pipeable soft-serve texture.

Step 6 | Serve

Serve immediately for a soft consistency or pipe once fully chilled and thickened. Enjoy plain or straight from the freezer for a classic island-style Dole Whip experience.

My Special Tips for Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip

• Let the pineapple freeze hard. If it still bends when you press it, the texture won’t be right later. Fully frozen fruit is what gives that soft-serve body.
• Shake the coconut milk like you mean it. The thick part settles fast, and uneven milk can throw off the creaminess.
• Blend slow at first. Give the fruit time to break down before cranking the speed, especially if your blender struggles with frozen food.
• Taste once it’s smooth. Pineapple sweetness changes, so a quick check before freezing saves disappointment later.
• Cold bowls help more than you think. The slower it melts, the closer it feels to that Hawaiian Bros cup you remember.

What to Serve or Pair With Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip

I like to think of Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip as the calm moment after a bold, savory meal. It works best when everything else on the plate has already done the heavy lifting.

After dishes like Maui pineapple chicken, this Dole Whip feels cooling and clean, almost like a reset for your palate. The pineapple flavor echoes what you just ate, but in a softer, sweeter way.

You can serve it on its own in small cups, or add a simple pineapple wedge on the side and call it done. No sauces, no extras. When the dessert is this light, it doesn’t need help—just a spoon and a quiet moment to enjoy it.

Leftover Storing Tips

Leftover Dole Whip can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week. Let it sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before scooping, then stir or re-blend briefly to restore its creamy texture. Always use clean utensils to avoid ice crystals.

FAQs

Can I use canned pineapple instead?
I don’t recommend it. Canned pineapple is packed in liquid and often tastes flat. Fresh pineapple freezes better and gives you the clean, bright flavor people expect from Dole Whip.

Will I taste the banana?
Not really. The banana is there for creaminess, not flavor. Once blended with pineapple and lime, it disappears into the background.

Can I make this ahead for a party?
Yes. Freeze it the day before, then let it sit out briefly and stir or re-blend before serving. This brings back the smooth texture.

Why did mine turn icy after freezing?
That usually means the fruit wasn’t frozen solid or the mixture wasn’t stirred during freezing. A quick re-blend smooths it out.

Can I add other fruits?
You can, but keep pineapple as the main base. Mango works well, but berries or citrus can overpower the soft-serve texture.

Recreating Hawaiian Bros Dole Whip at home turns your kitchen into a mini tropical escape. This copycat Dole Whip recipe using fresh pineapple gives that creamy, sunny flavor without relying on store mixes.

Every bite feels like a little island vacation, and you can tweak it to your sweetness and texture.