# Dairy-Free Dessert Diplomas Dole Whip University Challenges Fans to Try Dole Whip in New Ways By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-07-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-whip-university References: [foodandwine](https://www.foodandwine.com/dole-whip-40th-anniversary-dole-whip-university-8679793) & [dole](https://www.dole.com/en/dolewhip)  [Dole Food Company](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-x-dole) introduced Dole Whip at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in 1984 and to celebrate this milestone anniversary, the company launched over a dozen recipes and an online program called Dole Whip University. On the Dole Whip Wonderland webpage, there are 14 recipes, including a version of the classic DIY Dole Whip that started a sensation. Other fresh-ingredient Dole Whips include varieties with ingredients like curry and mango, spicy tamarind, lemon-blueberry and mint, as well as Strawberry Coconut Lime Dole Whip created by Rachel Anderson, the winner of Dole’s 2023 #DoleWhipLife Creator of the Year Contest. Dole Whip lovers who make at least 13 of the full list of 14 will officially graduate #DoleWhipU and have the chance to print a Dole Whip Diploma representing a degree in “Dole Whipenomics.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 26% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Recipe Platforms:** Online programs like Dole Whip University encourage user engagement through interactive recipe challenges and gamification elements. - **Exotic Flavor Experimentation:** The inclusion of unique ingredients such as curry and tamarind in familiar treats demonstrates a shift towards adventurous culinary explorations. - **User-generated Content Competitions:** Recognizing user creations and contests like the #DoleWhipLife Creator of the Year Contest stimulate organic content generation and community building. ### Where This Applies - **Culinary Education Platforms:** Educational platforms in the culinary space can draw inspiration from Dole Whip University’s engaging curriculum and reward-based learning model. - **Frozen Dessert Manufacturers:** Manufacturers could innovate their product lines by incorporating globally inspired flavors to cater to expanding consumer palates. - **Social Media Marketing:** Leveraging content from user competitions fosters authentic brand promotion and deepens customer interaction on social media platforms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit Purée Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dole-whip.md) - [Fruit-First Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-whip-nacs.md) - [Frozen Fruit-Only Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-whip-tropical-guava-passion.md) - [Tropical Dessert Supplement Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beam-x-dole.md) - [Spooky Soft Serve Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloween-dole-whip.md) - [Pineapple Snack Competitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-hackathon.md) - [Fruity Soft Serve Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-soft-serve.md) - [Creamy Coconutty Pineapples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-colada-royale-pineapple.md) - [Pineapple Whip Refreshers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-whip-collection.md)