Description
This recipe, “Dole Whip Cupcakes,” is inspired by the iconic Dole Whip dessert, a pineapple-flavored soft-serve treat famous at Disney parks
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 1 cup crushed pineapple with juice
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, divided
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
For Garnish (Optional):
- Small pineapple wedges
- Decorative Straw
Instructions
Let’s walk through the process:
Make the Cupcakes:
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Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line two cupcake pans with cupcake liners.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl using a hand mixer, mix the cake mix, crushed pineapple (with juice), vegetable oil, and eggs.
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Beat Batter: Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
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Fill Liners: Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
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Bake: Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Cool: Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack and let them cool completely before frosting.
Make the Frosting:
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Combine Ingredients: While the cupcakes are cooling, make the frosting. In a large bowl, combine the softened butter, 2 cups of the powdered sugar, pineapple juice, and vanilla extract.
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Beat Until Smooth: Using a hand mixer, beat until smooth.
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Add Remaining Sugar: Add the remaining 2 cups of powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy.
Assemble the Cupcakes:
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Frost: Transfer the frosting to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip (or simply use a spatula or knife). Swirl the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
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Garnish: Garnish each cupcake with a small pineapple wedge and a decorative straw, if desired.
