Dairy-Free Whipped Dessert Recipe with Chocolate and Fresh Fruit

This dairy-free whipped dessert reminds me of icebox cake, all mixed together into one spoonable treat. Chocolate graham cracker crumbs and mashed banana are stirred into light dairy-free whip for a healthier, creamy dessert that’s ready in minutes. And it pairs wonderfully with whatever fresh fruit you have on hand.

Dairy-Free Whipped Dessert that’s only Topped by Fresh Fruit

This recipe was created by Dole, but inspired by Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The “light” aspect is a tribute to Lumiere, Belle’s candelabra confidant. But the pretty presentation and fresh fruit infusion makes it fit for a princess.

The recipe creator chose a popular, accessible combination of flavors, but don’t be afraid to mix things up. You can top it with different berries or chopped stone fruit. Or for a tropical vibe, use regular graham crackers, and top the whipped dessert with chopped pineapple and/or papaya.

Special Diet Notes: Light Whipped Dessert

By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, optionally gluten-free, grain-free, tree nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, optionally vegan, and vegetarian.

Graham Cracker Alternatives: For vegan needs, be sure to select honey-free graham crackers, or use Enjoy Life Double Chocolate Crunchy Cookies. I recommend those same allergy-friendly cookies for gluten-free and soy-free needs (some graham cracker brands contain soy). I’ve used them in place of graham crackers on many occasions!

Dairy-Free Whipped Dessert

Prep time

20 mins

Cook time

20 mins

Total time

40 mins

You can use regular (not light) dairy-free whipped topping, or even homemade coconut whip, but it will change the nutrition facts.

Author: Dole

Recipe type: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Serves: 4 servings (1⅓ cups)

Ingredients

1 ripe banana, peeled and mashed
1 full sheet chocolate graham cracker, finely crushed (see special diet notes above)
1 cup dairy-free light coconut whipped topping
2 strawberries, thinly sliced lengthwise
¼ cup blueberries

Instructions

In a large bowl, stir together the banana and graham cracker crumbs until evenly combined. Gently fold in the whipped topping.
Spoon or pipe the whipped dessert into 4 small dessert bowls. Top each serving with the strawberries and blueberries.

Notes

Tips: If the whip softens too much, you can briefly freeze the mixture to help firm it up. Also, you can top this whipped dessert with more graham crumbs, shaved dairy-free chocolate, or mini chocolate chips.

Nutrition Information

Serving size: ⅓ cup whip + ⅓ cup fruit Calories: 100 Fat: 3g Saturated fat: 2g Carbohydrates: 20g Sugar: 12g Sodium: 23mg Fiber: 1g Protein: 1g