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Dolly Parton’s Favorite Way to Eat Cinnamon Bread Is As Sweet as She Is

Dolly Parton reveals her favorite way to enjoy Dollywood’s famous cinnamon bread—loaded with both icing and apple butter, of course!
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  • Riley is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, known for her engaging storytelling and insightful coverage of the genre.
  • Before joining Country Thang Daily, Riley developed her expertise at Billboard and People magazine, focusing on feature stories and music reviews.
  • Riley has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Belmont University, with a minor in Cultural Studies.

When it comes to comfort food, few things can top warm, buttery cinnamon bread fresh from the oven. And if there’s anyone who knows how to enjoy life’s simple pleasures, it’s Dolly Parton. While celebrating Dollywood’s 40th anniversary, the country music legend shared her favorite way to eat the theme park’s famous cinnamon bread—and let’s say, in true Dolly fashion, she doesn’t settle for just one option.

Dolly’s Delightful Cinnamon Bread Choice

During a fan Q&A at Dollywood’s big celebration, a guest asked Dolly the all-important question: How do you like your cinnamon bread—with icing or apple butter? Without missing a beat, Dolly’s enthusiastic “YEAH!” made the crowd laugh, making it clear that she refuses to choose—she loves both!

It was a classic Dolly moment—quick-witted, joyful, and sweet as cinnamon bread. After all, why settle for just one topping when you can have the best of both worlds? This little exchange gave fans a good chuckle and made one obvious: Dolly Parton knows how to enjoy a treat.

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The Magic of Dollywood’s Cinnamon Bread

For those who haven’t experienced Dollywood’s legendary cinnamon bread, let’s paint a picture: warm, pull-apart dough covered in a golden-brown crust of cinnamon and sugar, baked until perfectly gooey and fragrant. It’s made fresh at The Grist Mill, a beloved stop within the theme park where guests line up (sometimes for quite a while) just to get their hands on a loaf.

Dolly’s love for this iconic treat is no surprise—it’s been a Dollywood staple for decades, winning over visitors with its simple yet irresistible flavor. While some prefer theirs drizzled with sweet vanilla icing, others swear by the rich, tangy apple butter that adds the perfect contrast. Dolly? She goes all in because why not?

Dolly’s cinnamon bread comment was a bright, lighthearted moment during an emotional occasion. The Dollywood celebration marked her first public appearance following the passing of her beloved husband, Carl Dean. As always, Dolly handled the moment gracefully, acknowledging her loss before focusing on joy, laughter, and, of course, great food.

Her response—so simple yet so full of life—reminded fans why they love her. Dolly Parton isn’t just a legendary musician or a business mogul; she finds happiness in the little things, whether making people smile or savoring a warm, sugary bite of cinnamon bread.

And if there’s a lesson to take from this, it’s that sometimes, when faced with a choice between two great things, the best answer is simply: YEAH!

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