Description
Discover how to make Dole Whip Cupcakes with our step-by-step guide. This easy to bake recipe delivers the best flavor of the classic treat in cupcake form!
Ingredients
- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (180g) cake flour, sifted
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (120ml) pineapple puree (from canned crushed pineapple, drained and pureed)
- ¼ cup (60ml) full-fat canned coconut milk
- ¼ cup (60ml) sour cream or buttermilk
- ¼ cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Dole Whip Frosting:
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups (360-480g) powdered sugar, sifted
- ¼ cup (60ml) pineapple puree
- 1–2 tbsp full-fat canned coconut milk (as needed for consistency)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1-2 drops yellow gel food coloring
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Oven & Dry Ingredients: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together pineapple puree, coconut milk, sour cream/buttermilk, melted butter, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- 3. Mix Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 4. Bake Cupcakes: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out clean. Cool in tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 5. Make Frosting: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Beat in pineapple puree, coconut milk (start with 1 tbsp), vanilla, and optional food coloring until smooth and creamy.
- 6. Frost & Serve: Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe the frosting onto each cupcake using a star tip to create a swirl. Serve immediately or store as directed.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins