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Watermelon Dole Whip Recipe

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This refreshing Watermelon Dole Whip combines pureed watermelon juice, frozen watermelon chunks, and creamy vanilla ice cream to create a smooth, soft-serve dessert with a vibrant fruity flavor. Perfect for summer, it’s easy to blend, freeze, and serve with a decorative swirl, making it a delightful frozen treat with a nostalgic twist.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Watermelon Dole Whip Ingredients

  • 3 ounces pureed watermelon juice, strained through a sieve
  • 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 2 cups frozen seedless watermelon chunks
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, depending on watermelon sweetness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Splash of lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Mini chocolate chips for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Blend Ingredients: Combine all ingredients in a blender in the order listed. Blend until smooth and ultra creamy, approximately 2 minutes, using a spatula to push down frozen watermelon chunks as needed.
  2. Initial Freeze: Freeze the blended mixture for about 40 minutes or until firm but not completely solid, achieving a soft-serve consistency.
  3. Pipe Whip: Transfer the chilled mixture into a piping bag fitted with a 1M star tip to create the classic Dole Whip swirl shape.
  4. Decorate: Swirl the whip into dessert glasses and optionally sprinkle with mini chocolate chips for garnish.
  5. Final Freeze: Freeze the assembled swirled whip for an additional 20-30 minutes to help it hold its shape longer.
  6. Serve: Remove from freezer and serve immediately to enjoy the creamy, fruity soft-serve treat.

Notes

  • The sugar is optional; adjust based on the natural sweetness of your watermelon.
  • Using frozen seedless watermelon chunks helps create the perfect texture without icy bits.
  • Chilling the whip twice ensures a smooth texture and maintains the swirl shape when serving.
  • Mini chocolate chips add a fun texture and contrast but can be omitted or substituted.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace vanilla ice cream with a vegan alternative.

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