Dolly Parton’s reputation precedes her, and with the unfortunate news of her sudden passing, it’s safe to say we’re all in a state of collective mourning. She was the Iron Butterfly, country music’s undisputed queen with a whip-smart personality that made you fall in love. Her voice, fortified by Southern sweet tea and cornbread, made her a star, but her life and legacy made her an icon. Instead of just existing in the veritable iron tower of celebrity, she used her platform to advocate on behalf of those who couldn’t do so for themselves and met people where they were with the kind of warmth and grace that comes from living a life as rich as hers.
In every sense of the word, she was undeniably human—perhaps the very best parts. Beyond her larger-than-life persona and undeniable musical talents, though, she also knew her way around the kitchen, and, thankfully, shared a little taste of Tennessee with us by way of countless cookbooks and recipes that have become staples in many of our homes.
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From her famous featherlight biscuits to banana pudding that’ll knock your socks off, Parton understood that truly nourishing someone meant feeding their soul too.
Below, we celebrate the Smoky Mountain Songbird and all of her incredible contributions to country music, the world and our kitchens. Here are some of the best Dolly Parton recipes straight from the “I Will Always Love You” songstress. We hope they bring you as much joy and happiness as Dolly intended.
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The 23 Best Dolly Parton Recipes
Parton’s extensive culinary archive can’t be ignored. Beyond the recipes below, she also launched a frozen food line, various baking mixes, cast iron pans, serveware and everything in between. Much like her music, no matter which recipe you choose, you can’t go wrong. Here are 23 of Dolly Parton’s best recipes.
1. Dollywood’s World-Famous Cinnamon Bread
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Dollywood revelers know all about the world-famous cinnamon bread, and if you’ve ever wanted to make it at home, Dolly dropped the recipe. It’s one of those things that once you make it, you won’t be able to stop.
2. Dolly Parton’s Chicken Salad
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Chicken salad is one of those recipes that everyone has an opinion about, but the best ones always keep you coming back for more. Case in point: Dolly’s famous chicken salad that gets a nutty Southern twist with the addition of buttery pecans.
3. Dolly Parton’s Famous Stampede Soup
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With cooler weather on the way, Dolly’s famous Stampede Soup is the perfect recipe to have in your back pocket when you want something warm and cozy. You can even make a double batch and freeze the leftovers.
4. Dolly Parton’s Corn Pone
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Whether you’re looking for a vehicle to sop up the remaining broth from Dolly’s famous Stampede Soup or you just need a hearty side to serve with dinner, you can’t go wrong with her classic Corn Pone recipe. It’s perfect on its own with jam or tucked into a piping-hot bowl of soup.
5. Dolly Parton’s Potato Salad
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Despite how undeniably Southern Dolly Parton is, her mind-blowing potato salad features a surprising Spanish ingredient that makes it uniquely hers. Once you try it, you’ll never make potato salad the same way again.
6. Dolly Parton’s Famous Mashed Potatoes
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We’ve all had gluey, gloppy mashed potatoes before, and Dolly’s famous mashed potato recipe is anything but. If you’re looking for fluffy, cloud-like mash, then this recipe should be your go-to.
7. Dolly Parton’s Walnut Pie
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Walnut pie sounds like something that would be scrawled on a recipe card in writing you can’t quite make out, and if we know anything, that means it’s bound to be good. Parton typically serves hers up for the holidays, and we’re sure it’ll become a favorite at your family’s table too.
8. Dolly Parton’s Cranberry Jell-O Mold
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Are you really from the South if you’ve never had Jell-O mold? Well, if you haven’t, you should definitely start with Dolly Parton’s Cranberry Jell-O Mold. It’s visually striking and easy to whip up, and it’s great for pairing with turkey at Thanksgiving.
9. Dolly Parton’s Corn Fritters
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Although they’re very much in the same vein, corn fritters are slightly different than corn pone. Dolly Parton’s corn fritters are loaded with sweet corn and fried until crisp, with a pillowy-soft interior that makes them almost too easy to eat. These are bound to become a staple on your dinner table.
10. Dolly Parton’s Macaroni Salad
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Macaroni salad might be a cookout staple, but no matter what time of year it is, Dolly Parton’s macaroni salad is always a good idea. It’s ultra-creamy, incredibly addicting and comes together in no time.
11. Dolly Parton’s Microwave Baked Beans
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Baked beans are one of those dishes that benefit from time, but if you don’t have the luxury of letting them simmer away for at least an hour, Dolly Parton shared her quick and easy way to make delicious baked beans with the help of the microwave. We love a strategic queen!
12. Dolly Parton’s Coleslaw
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Everyone makes their coleslaw differently, but once you try it Dolly’s way, you’ll definitely get the hype. In addition to the standard coleslaw ingredients, the Iron Butterfly adds pickles and pickle juice into the mix for a vibrant, punchy tang that cuts through the richness of the mayo.
13. Dolly Parton’s Peanut Butter Pie
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There’s nothing more Southern than peanut butter pie, and the “9 to 5” singer’s version might just become a staple in your rotation. You’ll definitely want to save this for your next dinner party.
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14. Dolly Parton’s Mac and Cheese
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You might be gathering your Thanksgiving recipes early, and if so, then you’ll definitely want to consider Dolly Parton’s mac and cheese for a spot on your table. It’s the perfect middle-of-the-road mac recipe that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser. You might want to make an extra pan just in case for this reason.
15. Dolly Parton’s Sugar Cookies
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We’re fast approaching baking season, and if you don’t already have a go-to sugar cookie recipe, then Dolly’s zesty sugar cookies deserve a spot in your rotation. They’re buttery and sweet with a vibrant pop of flavor that’ll keep you reaching for more.
16. Dolly Parton’s 5-Layer Casserole
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It takes a lot of understanding of nuance to make something simple taste good, and Dolly’s 5-Layer Casserole is one of those dishes that puts its simplicity front and center. It’s perfectly unfussy, and although you might need to make a few tweaks to fit your personal taste, it’s a great recipe to have on hand when you need a filling dinner with minimal prep time.
17. Dolly Parton’s Famous Chicken and Dumplings
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If there’s one recipe Dolly Parton is best known for, it’s her famous chicken and dumplings. It’s rich and ultra-comforting, like a hug in a bowl, and with fall on the way, it’s a great recipe to have on hand.
18. Dolly Parton’s Baked Potato
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We never have to be convinced to try a baked potato recipe, especially one from Dolly Parton. Although her baked potato recipe isn’t all that different than our go-to, her genius hack of skipping the hole poking and placing the spuds directly on the grates delivers super crispy skin every time. We’ll be making ours this way from now on.
19. Dolly Parton’s Tennessee Meatloaf
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If you grew up eating meatloaf and hated the dry, shriveled-up hunk of beef sitting next to the peas on your plate, then you’ll love Dolly Parton’s take on the dinnertime classic. Her recipe takes a more Tennessee barbecue approach, resulting in a super-moist, tender finished product that you’ll come back for again and again.
20. Dolly Parton’s Fluffy Scrambled Eggs
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The telltale sign of any cook worth their salt is whether or not they can scramble a few eggs, and Dolly’s egg hack for making them perfect every time is one you’ll want to keep in your back pocket. Best of all, it costs zero dollars.
21. Dolly Parton’s Skillet Cornbread
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True to her southern roots, Dolly knows how to cook cornbread a million and one ways, and her skillet cornbread recipe might just be her best iteration. It’s crunchy and perfectly golden with a subtle smoky flavor from the addition of bacon fat. Not to mention it’s great with whatever you end up putting on the dinner table.
22. Dolly Parton’s ‘Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa’ Cake
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If you’ve ever watched Steel Magnolias, then you know all about Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa cake. Like most of Dolly’s recipes, it’s incredibly simple to make, but the payoff is exponential. This one is so good, you’ll want to make it again and again.
23. Dolly Parton’s Famous Biscuits
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Biscuits are a staple on any Southern table, whether you’re having them for breakfast or as a side with dinner. Dolly’s take on the classic biscuit ends up being light and airy with buttery layers that are perfect for slathering with jam or honey, or just eating on their own.
As details continue to emerge about the icon’s untimely passing, her family has requested that in lieu of flowers fans who would like to pay tribute to the singer may choose to donate to her Imagination Library.
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