How to Make Disney’s Pongu (Pineapple) Lumpia

If you’ve ever wandered through Pandora — The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, chances are you’ve been tempted by the sweet, creamy treat known as Pongu Lumpia.

This tropical dessert has quickly become a fan-favorite snack at Pongu Pongu, thanks to its crispy shell and warm pineapple-cream cheese filling. But did you know you can recreate it at home with just five ingredients?

Now, you can bring that same Disney magic into your kitchen with an easy, family-friendly recipe that captures the essence of this must-try treat.

What Is Pongu Lumpia?

Pongu Lumpia is a sweet pineapple take on the traditional Filipino spring roll. “Lumpia” are spring rolls of Chinese origin, commonly found as street food in Indonesia and the Philippines.

They’re traditionally a savory snack, but the Disney culinary team created a sweet version for the new ‘Avatar’ land in Animal Kingdom. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, it’s served at Pongu Pongu in the heart of Pandora.

Unlike savory versions, this lumpia features a luscious filling made of crushed pineapple and cream cheese, wrapped in a spring roll wrapper and deep-fried until crispy.

It’s a tropical twist on comfort food—warm, slightly tangy, and creamy with just the right amount of crunch. A single bite is enough to transport you back to the magical floating mountains of Pandora.

Disney’s Pongu Pineapple Lumpia

Journey to Pandora (or just your frying pan)! The Pongu Lumpia is the most mouth-watering snack in all of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, celebrated for its unique flavors. These aren’t your typical savory spring rolls—they are crispy, fried wrappers packed with a molten-hot filling of sweet pineapple and tangy cream cheese. It’s an otherworldly dessert and the perfect bite to bring the magic of the Valley of Mo’ara right into your kitchen!

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Servings: 10 people

Course: Appetizer, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: China, Indonesia, Philippines

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 10 spring roll wrappers
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
• 2 cups diced fresh pineapple1/2 cup sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup sugar, divided
• Oil for frying

Equipment

• 1 Mixing bowl
• 1 Cutting board
• 1 Knife (for dicing pineapple)
• 1 Baking sheet
• 1 Sheet of parchment paper or 1 silicone baking mat
• 1 Set of measuring cups and spoons
• 1 Frying pan or deep skillet
• 1 Pair of tongs
• 1 Plate (for holding fried lumpia)
• 2-3 Paper towels (for draining excess oil)
• 1 small bowl (for sugar or water for sealing lumpia)
• 1 freezer-safe tray (can be the same baking sheet)
• 1 Cooking thermometer (to check if oil reaches 350°F)
• 1 Spatula or spoon (for mixing cream cheese and pineapple)

Method

 

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Carefully separate spring roll wrappers. Cover wrappers with moist paper towel to prevent drying.
3. Cut softened cream cheese into 10 equal pieces.
4. Place one spring roll wrapper on a cutting board. Place one piece of cream cheese in the center of the spring roll and spread evenly on wrapper, leaving a 3/4-inch border around the edges. Add 3 tablespoons of diced pineapple and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar.
5. Roll one edge of the wrapper towards the center. Fold in both sides and continue rolling. Moisten the edge with water to seal the lumpia.
6. Repeat with remaining spring roll wrappers.
7. Place lumpia on prepared baking sheet and freeze for 4 hours or overnight.
8. Preheat 1 inch of oil in a frying pan to 350°F. Fry lumpia for 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
9. Roll in remaining sugar before serving.

Where to Find Pongu Lumpia in the Parks

If you’re craving the real deal, head to Pongu Pongu in Pandora — The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

This walk-up counter offers Pongu Lumpia as a snack credit on some Disney Dining Plans and pairs it perfectly with the restaurant’s signature frozen drinks.

The treat is beloved not only for its unique flavor but also for its connection to the immersive world of Pandora. Surrounded by glowing bioluminescence and alien plant life, it’s a sweet break from adventure.

For a look at some of the other delicious food offerings in Pandora – The World of Avatar, take a tour of Satu’li Canteen in our video below.

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