This Boozy Banana Dole Whip is an adult version of the famous Disney Dole Whip. With the addition of bananas, brandy soaked pineapples, coconut and alcohol, this spiked Dole Whip recipe is a tropical paradise for your taste buds!
Hi friends! I hope you had a wonderful Memorial weekend. Hopefully you were able to get outside and enjoy the summer sun.
Since the work week after a long holiday weekend is always brutal, I figured you may be in need of a strong, boozy frozen treat. And, I’m here to deliver!
About this boozy dole whip recipe
Have you guys ever had the Dole Whip from the Magic Kingdom at Disney? If you have, you know the Dole Whip is magically delicious.
And if you haven’t, well, don’t fret. The Dole Whip is simply a pineapple flavored soft serve. It’s incredibly tasty and highly addictive. But, I’ve always wondered why Disney doesn’t sell an adult version… I mean, if you have been to Disney, you know a touch of booze would be a welcome addition. It certainly would make waiting in line for over an hour for a ride a bit more bearable.
With the weather heating up, I figured now would be the perfect time to do the Dole Whip a solid and put an adult only spin on their famous and fabulous frozen treat.
What does a banana dole whip taste like?
This recipe for alcoholic Dole Whip isn’t simply a re-creation of the Disney treat with a boozy touch. Since I was already going to add alcohol, I figured why not also spruce it up with a bit more flavor while I was at it. So I decided banana and coconut should also be welcomed to the pineapple soft serve party. I also opted to soak the pineapple in brandy and grill it, because why the heck not? Summer is made for grilling.
Honestly, those additions were the best decision ever, because this boozy banana dole whip is a tropical paradise for your taste buds.
This dole whip is refreshing and a perfect mix of sweet, tangy and tart. Thick, creamy, smooth and boozy with notes of pineapple and banana and a subtle hint of coconut, this frozen treat is going to become your go-to delight and the best way cool off this summer.
Tips for the best alcoholic dole whip
- Pineapple: I highly recommend grilling the pineapple for this alcohol dole whip recipe, because it brings out the fruits natural sweetness. However, it is optional. If you would like to skip using the grill, simply soak the pineapple rings in brandy and disregard the grilling step all together.
- Coconut: If you want a stronger coconut flavor, add a few tablespoons of toasted shredded coconut to the blender along with the rest of the ingredients.
- Freezing your dole whip: To expedite the freezing process, place the cut pineapple and bananas in a single layer on a small sheet pan lined with parchment paper instead of using a large resealable bag. Since the fruit isn’t crowding the bag, it should only take an hour or two to freeze, as opposed to over four.
- Garnish: When toasting the coconut for garnish (or if adding it to the dole whip itself), sweetened coconut will brown faster than unsweetened. Therefore, make sure you always keep an eye on the coconut and stir frequently when toasting. There’s instructions for toasting coconut in the notes section of the recipe card below.
Beat the heat and make your house the happiest place on earth with this Boozy Banana Dole Whip! Until next week friends, cheers! To bringing the tropics to your taste buds!
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How to make dole whip with alcohol!👇
Boozy Banana Dole Whip {with brandy grilled pineapple}
Ingredients
- 1 Medium Pineapple – peeled, cored and cut into ¾’’ rings
- ½ Cup Brandy
- 1 ½ Bananas – sliced into chunks
- 2 TBS Irish Cream
- ½ Lime – juiced (about 1 TBS)
- 3 TBS Malibu Rum
- 4 TBS Spiced Rum
- Optional Toppings:
- Whipped Cream
- Maraschino Cherries
- Shredded Coconut – toasted
Instructions
- For the Pineapple: Lay pineapple rings in a glass baking dish and pour brandy over them. Toss to coat. Allow pineapple to soak in brandy for 15 minutes, turning over halfway through.
- Lightly oil grates (or pan) with cooking spray and heat grill to medium high. Remove and drain pineapple and transfer to grill in a single layer (do this in batches if using a grill pan), reserving brandy. Cook 2 minutes, or until lightly browned and grill marks appear. Flip over and continue to cook an additional 2 minutes, brushing with reserved brandy. Transfer to a clean work surface and allow to cool.
- Freeze: Once cool, cut pineapples into chunks. Transfer 4 cups of the pineapple* to a large Ziploc bag and add the slices of bananas. Seal and place in the freezer for 2-3 hours, or until frozen*.
- Blend: Place frozen pineapples, bananas and remaining ingredients into a blender or food processor. Blend until creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
- Serve: Transfer Boozy Banana Dole Whip directly into serving cups/bowls. Or, to a piping bag (or Ziploc with the corner snipped off) and squeeze, in a swirling motion, into serving cup or bowl. Top with optional garnishes and enjoy.
Notes
*You only need 4 cups of the pineapple for this recipe. Eat the rest!
*To freeze pineapple and banana faster, place it on a sheet pan in a single layer.
*Boozy Banana Dole Whip will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
*To toast coconut: Place desired amount of shredded coconut in a large, dry skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until coconut is toasted and mostly golden brown. Sweetened coconut will brown fasted than un-sweetened coconut. *Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.
Nutrition
This sounds amazing! I wish I had one of these right now, it’s so hot here!
Looks gorgeous! Love the soaked pineapple, too bad I won’t be able to try it in the next few months!
Good to hear you had a nice weekend. Ours was relaxing. I saw this magically delicious recipe on Instagram the other day! Wow. It sounds refreshing and great! I’ve never had the creation from Disney but I bet it pales in comparison. Thanks for a fun recipe.
So glad you had a wonderful long weekend! These would have totally made our weekend! The hubs and I LOOOVE the dole whips from Disney but your version with the grilled pineapple, banana and booze totally beat the pants off of the originals! Mmm looks SO good!
I need one of these right now, Cheyanne! It’s boiling hot here and I’m at work on a Saturday :(. But this looks so delicious! Love a boozy fun drink and this one looks fantastic! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
I’ve never had Dole whip, but I’ve heard it’s crazy good. You are totally singing my song with the Irish cream and rum. Delightful!
I’ve never heard of the original dole whip before, but your boozy version sounds great!!!! I would love a glass or two of it!
I love those long weekends I can laze around in my pj´s. They´re the bomb! This dole whip is so clever. I can actually taste it through the screen, bananas & rum were made for eachother!! Happy weekend friend, have funnnnn 🙂
So – Cheyanne, I don’t think I’d get much further than chomping on that brandy dipped and grilled pineapple! I think I need a step by step guide on how I should exert self control in not eating all those slices! THESE “boozy dole whips” are indeed paradise forMY taste buds!
I am not a big drinker – but I do adore me a good boozy mixed drink and when said drink involves pineapple, banana and coconut – gosh – am a sucker (with a straw) of course! 🙂
I hope you have a wonderful weekend XO!
We didn’t have a short week this time. Indeed, we had it last week cause of the long weekend. And you know what? This normal week has been incredibly loooong. In my book, after a short business week you need even a shorter one! So I am basically suffering now, and this crazy boozy deliciousness would be really appreciated. Love all the flavors and the fact you might have used all the bottles from your bar:) Happy weekend, Chey!
I still have never had a dole whip before, but I can already tell that this boozy version with grilled pineapple will taste like heaven.
Oooohhh! I’ve heard people rave about the dole whip, but I’ve never had one. But I can tell I’m going to like your homemade version much better. I mean, there is booze and grilling so you know that makes me extra happy! Have a great weekend, friend! Cheers!
I love this boozy dessert! It is totally perfect for summer and looks so refreshing!
I’ve never been to Disney (what?!?) so I don’t know what all the hoopla about the Dole Whip is! Well, too bad – I’d rather try it in the peace and quiet of my own home anyway 🙂
I am definitely going to be in need of this tropical delight this summer! And I love that you boozed up this classic – such a smart move 🙂 As is the grilled pineapple and the banana and coconut additions – way to bring ALL the flavors to this drink! I can’t wait to dive into one of these babies 🙂
Glad to hear you had a nice, laid back weekend, too! Lots of PJ time is always a good thing in my book! Cheers to another great weekend! XO
So glad you had a relaxing weekend in your PJ’s. If I get out of my yoga pants, my husbands asks ‘what’s the special occasion?’ Lol 😉 So Disney + booze… sign me up! I haven’t had the pleasure of enjoying one of these delights at Disney, but if I go, I’m definitely sneaking in a bottle of rum to pour over top! Cheers to an awesome summer drink girlie!
This is my kind of drink! And I brought home a perfect, ripe pineapple from the store today with no plans for what to do with it … until now 😉
Wow, wow, wow! This is what dreams are made of . It has been so wonderfully warm here this whip would be the perfect refresher! Makes iced tea look boring, lol. Take care.
You had me at boozy! 😉 But seriously, this looks fantastic! I’ve never had the Dole Whip at Disney Florida, well, because I’ve never been there! I’m pretty sure, though, your version is even more delicious. Love! <3
Whoa, girlfriend! I need this STAT! I have never been to Disney (crazy!), but this boozy Dole business makes me regret that! I’ll just have to whip this up at home and not miss the whiny kids and long lines for rides! Cheers! XO
And P.S. double cheers for PJ’s!!!!! 🙂
Gah what I would do for one of these right now! I just got back inside from walking Emma and I am sooo hot! haha Boozy pineapple awesomeness sounds perfect right about now!
So glad you had a great long weekend!! I personally am all about the yoga pants 🙂 haha I never get out of them!!
Welcome back my dear! So glad you had a fun weekend… I looong for weekends like that! I’ve never had a dole whip, but I’ve made my own, very similar frozen treat. But i’ve never soaked the pineapple before freezing it. Genus! Bring on the frozen booze I say! Delicious Chey!
I’m going to soak all my fresh pineapple in brandy and eat it from now on! Okay, I’ll grill it too…when I make this deliciously fantastic better-than-Disney’s dole whip. You know what a Disney freak I am so I’m all over this drink, especially since it has my favorite ingredient in it…BOOZE!! hahahahahaha!
What a glorious summer treat! You really have me at those grilled pineapple rings.
Glad that you are back, Cheyanne.
Welcome back!! we did missed you!! this dole looks like something I would have like NOW!!! yum yum!
What a minute, what’s that now? YUP, that’s me missing ya back! 😉
Why thank you for asking! Erik and I went for a stroll through town and got like 500 veggie burgers. It was glorious, it was tasty… and yeah, we watched a bunch of TV. How’s that for ya? 😉
Work and play for yours? Sounds good, but I’d like to hear about a bit more relaxing. 🙂
Boozy dole whip: Girl… WHAT? I am so in love with this recipe. You make the best boozy desserts. Like ever. Plus, how did you know I was doubly craving a trip to Disney(land, world, EuroDisney, I’ll take it all!) and craving some of their amazing Dole Whip? Your version looks so ridiculously delish and perfectly whipped. YUM!
Hope you have a wonderful weekend (with less work, of course!) Pinning this, like woah. xo
Oh man.. I am definitely a Disney fanatic and had no idea this was something I could buy at the Magic Kingdom! Is it just at Disney World or can you get it at Disney Land too? I’m might need to trot on over to investigate… hehe
Um, yes. This was totally necessary. I had the WORST day (I don’t even want to get into it, just, BAD) yesterday and now I’m wondering where this was when I needed it most?! Luckily there are bound to be more days like that, and hey, the sun is shining so why not?! Lol.
We’re going to Disney this summer and I think I’ll show them your post and see if we can’t do something about their icy treat… Could be a good day for me – and a great day for you! 😉 This looks awesome, my friend! Is there anything you can’t do? Cheers!! XOXO
This is my kind of dole whip! It would be the perfect treat to enjoy while lying around in PJs!!
My weekend was lots of fun, but I’d be lying if I said it was more fun than wearing PJs all weekend. SO you win in the fun department! 😉 I need this boozy banana dole whip ASAP, by the way. Pinned!
I’ll definitely add this recipe to the my summer cocktail recipes! This is just too difficult to resist – pinned!
I’ve heard of dole whip before but have never had it. I like your version though for sure 😉
Dear Chey – I’ve never had the Dole Whip at Disney but this looks fantastic. I’m loving the grilled pineapple and all the fruit. It’s just what I would love after working in the garden, finally with my feet up and this…. with a long spoon. I could really get into this big time. I could have used one of these last Monday. It was in the 90’s while I was finally planting my garden. I’m so glad you had a relaxing weekend. It was that kind of weekend around here too, and those are the BEST! Thanks for another delicious recipe my friend, and cheers to the coming weekend…. which is not so far away. YAY!
Like, WHOA! I’ve never had Dole Whip before and now I’m wondering what I’ve been missing out on all this time! Sounds amaze balls. I need to get making this ASAP. Well, not ASAP ’cause it’s only 9ish in the morning here, but, like, this weekend 😉 Sounds like you had an awesome one! PJs sounds absolutely perfect! For me it’s leggings and silly socks. I’m all about the chilling! Pinning, of course. Here’s to another wicked weekend. Cheers, my friend. xo
I could use a boozy frozen treat 🙂 Why is it when you have a short week it always feels like forever? I’m looking forward to next weekend already! 🙂
I don’t know, Kathy, but this week is feeling like the longest week ever!! Thank you for the comment, friend! Here’s to hoping the weekend comes soon!! Cheers! 🙂
Sounds like you had such a great weekend, Cheyanne! I mean, wearing pj’s all the time is a winner in my book! This dole whip sounds AMAZING! I love the Disney version, but banana is WAY better. And it has booze! Total win! I think I would make this just about every day. So perfect for the summer! Pinned, of course. Hope you have a great weekend, friend!
Hahaha! Right?! I love pj’s… maybe too much. 😉 Yay! Finally someone who has had the Dole Whip!! Booze definitely makes the classic way better if you ask me! Thank you so much for the comment and pin, friend! Cheers to you and a wonderful weekend!
Glad your weekend was a total success Cheyanne! I have never tried a Dole Whip, but looks like I’ve been seriously missing out my friend! And adding booze to it? Genius! Love the addition of the banana and the coconut to make it truly tropical too! Can’t wait to try this one. Enjoy your weekend!
Well you no longer have to miss out, Mary Ann! Now you can just have the Dole Whip is the comfort of the Beach House! Winning!! Thank you so much for the kind comment, friend! Cheers to a beautiful weekend at the shore!
Cheyanne – This Dole Whip is making my mouth water. I haven’t been to Magic Kingdom since I was 4…21 years ago! I’m getting old. I know that I can get a little taste of the sunshine state in my own home, thanks to you. 🙂
Girl, if you are old, I am ancient!! Lol! 😉 Thank you so much for the comment and the laugh, girlfriend! Cheers!
Being a food blogger is the best, as you get to work in your PJs. What other job can you say that with?
You are killing me with these boozy recipes – I want one so badly haha
I totally agree, Dannii!! Gimme work in my PJ’s all day long! 😉 Thank you so much for the comment, girlie! Once you give birth to your beautiful baby you can have all the boozy concoctions you want! I’ll have to make one special just for you!! Cheers, chicka! <3
If they sold these at Disney, parents would be a WHOLE lot happier. Seriously. Booze and theme parks totally mix. 🙂
This is incredibly brilliant! Love the grilling of the pineapple, too.
Welcome back, and hope you had a great break!
Right!? I totally agree… I seriously have NO clue why they don’t! Thank you so much for the comment love, Mir!! Cheers, chicka! 🙂
This dole whip looks so perfect and delicious!
Thank you, Marsha! Cheers!
I missed you too!! We had a giant Mexican food FEAST on Saturday of the long weekend (yes, my brother did jump into the pool with his regular clothes on, so you know it was a good party) and this Banana Dole Whip would have been perfect!!! Guess we will have to get the gang together again. Happy Thursday, my friend! xo
Gah!! A Mexican food feast sounds AMAZING, Kate!! I need to do one of those pronto! Or I’ll just invite myself to your next feast. 😉 Nothing like jumping into the pool with your clothes on – that’s definitely a sign of a good time!! I was going to post this Monday, but decided to take the day off instead – OOPS!!! Sorry!!! <3 Thank you for the comment love, dear friend! Happy Thursday back at ya! xo
OH. MY. GOD. This is such a beauty, and I have a confession that I have never had Disney Dole Whip. ;( This is so beautiful and refreshing and almost too pretty to drink. And the first thing I thought when I saw this, Cheyanne — I want that boozy beauty in my life so badly. Seriously, can’t resist after looking at these stunning pictures.
No need to have the Disney Dole Whip, Anu, because now you can have one in the comfort of your own home WITH booze! 😉 Thank you so much for the kind comment, friend! Cheers!