Description
Dolly Parton’s legendary dessert combines southern charm with creamy cheesecake magic. Layers of buttery graham cracker crust and silky filling create a sweet tribute to Nashville’s beloved icon that delights dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz/397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup butterscotch chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare the baking dish by lining with parchment paper or greasing to prevent adhesion.
- Crust Creation: Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, then compress into a uniform, dense base across the entire pan bottom, establishing a solid foundation for the dessert.
- Ingredient Layering: Systematically distribute shredded coconut, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and chopped nuts across the crust, creating a mosaic of complementary textures and flavors.
- Moisture Infusion: Drench the layered ingredients with sweetened condensed milk, ensuring comprehensive coverage that will bind and caramelize during the baking process.
- Baking Transformation: Slide the pan into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the edges turn golden-brown and the center sets, indicating the dessert has reached its peak culinary potential.
- Cooling and Serving: Allow the confection to cool completely within the pan, which solidifies the layers and facilitates clean, precise cutting. Once cooled, slice into individual servings and present this decadent Dolly Parton-inspired dessert.
Notes
Manage Moisture Carefully: Ensure condensed milk spreads evenly without pooling to prevent soggy bottom layers and maintain perfect texture balance.
Customize Nut Selection: Swap or mix nuts like pecans, walnuts, or almonds to suit personal preferences or dietary needs while preserving the dessert’s signature crunch.
Control Baking Time Precisely: Watch edges carefully during the 25-30 minute window; golden-brown color signals optimal doneness without risking burning delicate ingredients.
Storage Strategy: Cool completely before cutting, then store in airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for extended freshness, separating layers with parchment to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg