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# Fruit-First Frozen Treats
Dole Whip is Launching a New Format and Flavor

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-10-28 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-whip-nacs
References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2025/nacs-dole-eyes-frozen-indulgence-snack-brand-leverages-influencer-creds) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/61556678006861/posts/dole-whip-will-be-available-in-14-fl-oz-containers-early-next-year-the-flavors-i/122264124884222600/)

![Fruit-First Frozen Treats](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/587/dole-whip-nacs.jpeg)

[Dole Whip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-whip-tropical-guava-passion) is currently available in grocery stores in packs containing snackable cups, and as revealed at the NACS Show 2025, it's set to be available in a different format—14 fl oz containers—as of early 2026. Alongside fan-favorite flavors like Pineapple and Mango, the smooth and refreshing fruit-first treat will launch in an all-new [Tropical Guava variety](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/passion-fruit-guava-bars).

People of all ages love Dole Whip for its lightness, its unique creamy texture, and its sweet and tart flavor that brings a taste of a tropical vacation or a fan-favorite theme park indulgence home. As a fruit-first treat, Dole Whip is completely [dairy-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nondairy-sorbets) and a delicious treat that everyone can enjoy. Soon, fans can look forward to savoring it in a larger format at home.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.4/10
- Popularity: 48% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 52%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Dairy-free Desserts:** The rise of dairy-free desserts like Dole Whip reflects increasing consumer demand for plant-based, allergen-free indulgences.
- **Convenient Home Indulgences:** Expanding the availability of beloved theme-park treats into larger, easy-to-store formats caters to the growing desire for at-home luxury experiences.
- **Exotic Flavor Experiences:** Introducing unique flavors such as Tropical Guava showcases the trend of consumers seeking adventurous and distinctive taste profiles.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Frozen Desserts:** The frozen desserts industry is being reshaped by the demand for innovative, health-focused options combining indulgence with dietary inclusivity.
- **Fruit-based Products:** A surge in fruit-based product offerings is meeting the consumer interest in flavorful yet health-oriented alternatives to traditional sweets.
- **Plant-based Foods:** Innovations in the plant-based foods industry are expanding with the introduction of dairy-free products that maintain the texture and flavor consumers crave.

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