Recipes Revealed
Remember when you had to travel to Disney World for a Dole Whip or plan a visit to Waffle House to enjoy their fluffy pancakes? No more! The coronavirus has prompted several businesses and organizations to release their coveted recipes to the public. Have you tried them yet?
Dole Whip
This refreshing, creamy treat is a must when visiting Disney’s Polynesian Resort or Magic Kingdom any time of year, but especially during the hot summer months. Now you can recreate this tasty treat with just three simple ingredients. You may not have the soft-serve machine at home to get that famous swirl look, but the taste will be just as sweet.
Dole Whip
Makes one serving
One large scoop of vanilla ice cream
4 ounces pineapple juice
2 cups frozen pineapple
Combine ingredients in a blender until smooth, and serve. If you have a piping bag (or parchment paper or a Ziploc bag), use that with a star-shaped tip to create the signature swirl.
Disney Churro Bites
If you’re missing the magic of Disney while the parks are closed, check out the Disney Parks Blog to see the recipe for these sweet cinnamon bites of goodness. A little flour, sugar, cinnamon and butter and you’re well on your way! Find the recipe at disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog.
DoubleTree Signature Cookies
More than 30 million of these yummy cookies are consumed each year at DoubleTree by Hilton hotels worldwide. The recipe has been an industry secret for years, leaving satisfied guests guessing at the ingredients. Well, guess no more. These chocolate chip treats include lemon juice, rolled oats, cinnamon and more. Find the recipe at newsroom.hilton.com.
DoubleTree Signature Cookie
Makes 26 cookies
1/2 pound butter, softened (2 sticks)
3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
Pinch cinnamon
2 2/3 cups Nestle Tollhouse semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 3/4 cups chopped walnuts
Cream butter, sugar and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes. Add eggs, vanilla and lemon juice, blending with mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, then medium speed for about 2 minutes, or until light and fluffy, scraping down bowl. With mixer on low speed, add flour, oats, baking soda, salt and cinnamon, blending for about 45 seconds. Don’t overmix. Remove bowl from mixer, and stir in chocolate chips and walnuts. Portion dough with a scoop (about 3 tablespoons) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper about 2 inches apart. Preheat oven to 300°F. Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and center is still soft. Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for about 1 hour.
Waffle House Waffle Mix
Yes, the breakfast chain is serving up takeout orders these days, but they went one step further and began selling their beloved waffle mix online much to the delight of customers. The initial offering sold out, but never fear, it will be back soon!
Get Saucy
PS: Did you also know Chick Fil A signature sauces are now available bottled at your local Publix, Target, Walmart or Winn Dixie? It’s true!
Source: disneyparks.disney.go.com, insider.com
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