27 of the most iconic Disney World foods you should add to your bucket list right now

Dole Whip — a simple but delicious creamy pineapple soft serve — is an unlikely candidate for a cult following. But any Disney fan worth their salt knows that no vacation is complete without the refreshing treat. Adults can even try a boozy version at Animal Kingdom's Tamu Tamu Refreshments.

The Mickey ice cream bar — vanilla ice cream covered in creamy chocolate — can be found at practically any ice cream cart or shop around Disney World.

The turkey leg is one of the few snacks on this list that you can readily find outside of Disney parks (like at Renaissance Fairs). Even though holding one makes you look a bit like a caveman, meat lovers simply cannot miss out on trying this meaty snack with a cult following. 

When you were a kid and watched "Beauty and the Beast," you probably wondered what exactly "the grey stuff" was. Spoiler alert: it's a chocolate Oreo mousse on top of a cupcake. Want to try one for yourself? Better make a reservation at Be Our Guest in advance!

Kids and adults alike will love this deep-fried, thick-cut, cinnamon-and-sugar-encrusted French toast that's stuffed to the gills with caramelized bananas. 

Candy apples in Disney World don't just come in the classic Mickey ears shape. You can also get candy apples that look like sugary versions of Pixar characters, villains, and more.

Of course, the idea of a "kitchen sink" sundae piled high with almost every topping available is not new. But fans say that Beaches and Cream at Disney's Beach Club does it the best. Here's the breakdown: hot fudge, butterscotch and peanut butter topping, bananas, cupcakes, four types of ice cream, sprinkles, cookies, candy bars, and, yes, cherries on top. 

We never tire of Mickey-shaped foods at Disney World. You can get Mickey waffles at multiple locations across the theme park, including the All-Star resort, Wilderness Lodge resort, and the Crystal Palace in Magic Kingdom, among others. 

Much like the candy apples, Disney World's Rice Krispie Treats can be found in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. 

The Citrus Swirl is the Dole Whip's tarter younger sister. It puts a fruity fresh twist on the classic orange creamsicle with a frozen orange juice and vanilla soft serve swirl. 

It was hard to pick just one menu item at the fan-favorite '50s Prime Time Cafe in Hollywood Studios. But Aunt Liz' recipe is widely known as the best fried chicken the theme park has to offer. Just be warned that you'll get scolded if you don't finish every bite — though you really shouldn't have any issue with hat.

The famous chocolate glass slipper dessert is made with your choice of white or milk chocolate and stuffed with chocolate mousse. It is often made for special occasions (like engagements!) at Cinderella's Royal Table, but can be ordered regularly. 

The creamy cheddar cheese soup at the upscale Le Cellier steakhouse has become more famous than their prime cuts of steak. Can't snag a reservation at this gourmet spot? Book a trip to Disney during Epcot's Food & Wine Festival, when they hand out cups of the irresistible soup at the Canadian food booth. 

This cookie-like cake is slathered in chocolate and caramel syrup and topped with a dollop of ice cream. 

It's hard to choose which one of the many crepes to get at Crepes de Chefs de France in Epcot, but fans often go for the chocolate version.

If you're going to get a pretzel (arguably one of the most classic theme park snacks), you have to do it right. Who does it better than the Germans, after all?

You can find these famously striped dessert creations at any of the Animal Kingdom Lodge's eateries, but they're most famously from Boma - Flavor of Africa.

Casey's Corner is a Main Street Staple that harkens back to the olden days of ballpark food. But one "secret" crowd favorite that made a return this summer is the mac and cheese dog. You guessed it, it's a hot dog topped with macaroni and cheese, and sprinkled with a healthy dose of bacon. Add a scoop of chili if you're really pushing the "diet vacation" freedom.

We can't call them cronuts because Dominique Ansel trademarked the name, but these croissant doughnuts bear a striking resemblance. The taste is basically like a warm, flakier churro. 

Pecos Bill is a top-notch place to grab a counter service lunch at the Magic Kingdom, but did you know about the secret platter of nachos? The deal is, you have to bring at least five friends between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to dig into this platter.

The best, gooeyest cinnamon rolls in the entire Magic Kingdom can be found poppin' fresh at Gaston's Tavern.

What makes the pizza at Via Napoli so special? Besides the fact that the pizza is made fresh inside one of four giant woodfire ovens named after four Italian volcanoes, Via Napoli imports its tomatoes and dough straight from Italy, so the pizza is incredibly authentic. 

This simple concoction blends a vanilla milkshake with the classic peanut butter and jelly flavors. 

These conveniently hand-held breakfasts consist of maple-flavored waffle cones stuffed with scrambled eggs and bacon.

The famous grapefruit cake is grapefruit-flavored sponge cake layered with grapefruit cream cheese frosting. 

Whoever thought of combining these classic French pastries with ice cream was a genius. At L'Artisan des Glaces, you can always get a chocolate macaron sandwich or a seasonal variety like the one pictured above. 

Of course Animal Kingdom has Disney World's best barbecue. The succulent, tender ribs with a side of of beans and cole slaw are a must-try.