22 of Joanna Gaines’ Recipes and Favorite Foods

Looking for the best Joanna Gaines' recipes? Find out what the famous Magnolia star loves to whip up in her kitchen.

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Joanna Gaines Baking in her kitchen
via @joannagaines/Instagram

It’s no secret Joanna Gaines is a fan of cooking—with her restaurant, cookbooks and a whole line of kitchen goods, Joanna is as comfortable in the kitchen as she is overhauling 100-year-old farmhouses. Our reader-submitted recipes—plus a few dishes from Joanna herself—are the perfect way to enjoy some of her favorite foods in your own home.

Psst! Check out these things you didn’t know about Joanna Gaines.

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Peanut Butter Balls

When Joanna shared this easy recipe on her Instagram page, we were instantly smitten. Six ingredients and a few minutes of rolling and dipping are all that stands in the way between you and PB-chocolate heaven.
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The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie

Everyone has a favorite type of chocolate chip cookie—a little crispy, a little chewy—but they all have to begin with a basic chocolate chip cookie recipe. This is the best place to start! —Megumi Garcia, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Check out the recipe for “Crew’s Cookies” that appears in Magnolia Table, Volume 2.

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Mac and Cheese

Joanna celebrated the end of a weeklong cookbook photoshoot in the best way: by digging into homemade mac and cheese.

We love Joanna’s recipe for cheese balls, too.

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Brownie Pie

Can’t forget dessert! Joanna also celebrated the end of the photoshoot with decadent brownie pie.
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Roasted Vegetables

To balance out her love of sweets, Joanna oven-roasts vegetables at the beginning of every week. Bonus: her kids love ’em!

Check out more tasty roasted veggie recipes.

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Cinnamon Rolls

She’s been known to stay up late to whip up a batch of cinnamon rolls, a breakfast treat for Chip and the kids.
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Pimiento Cheese Sandwich

Joanna told her Instagram followers a 2:30 a.m. pregnancy craving had her wanting Fruity Pebbles, ranch dressing and a pimiento cheese sandwich, a classic Southern comfort food.

Check out Joanna’s other pregnancy cravings.

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Chicken Spaghetti

She also craved comforting chicken spaghetti, which may have been too complex to whip up for a midnight snack! Try our creamy baked version.
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The Best Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition in my house, and I was on a quest to create the ultimate version. This might be it!—James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

This is the secret ingredient Joanna uses in pecan pie.

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Banana Bread

When her kids head back to school, Joanna loves to whip up banana bread for an easy and filling breakfast. Her version is made in a 13×9 pan for quick and easy baking.
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Chicken Potpie

Joanna includes a recipe for chicken potpie in her cookbook, but while you’re waiting for your copy to arrive, try this kid-friendly recipe. If you’re looking for more recipes, then you must try Joanna Gaines’ chicken enchiladas.
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Biscuits

Joanna spent a whole year perfecting this biscuit recipe for her restaurant, Magnolia Table. Paired with sausage gravy, they make for a hearty breakfast.

Find more delicious recipes inspired by Magnolia Table.

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Strawberry Butter

The perfect complement to her biscuits? Delicious strawberry butter.
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Pumpkin Bread

Joanna knows that October 1st means one thing: pumpkin season! Make this bread year round for a fall-inspired treat.

Check out Joanna’s 3-minute bread recipe for another fast (and delicious!) bake.

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Doughnuts

Joanna has special memories of whipping up Syrian doughnuts with her grandfather—his recipe can be found on tea towels sold in the Magnolia shop. Here’s a Taste of Home doughnut favorite.
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Lemon Pie

Joanna loves to make a homemade lemon pie for Chip and the kids as an after-dinner treat.
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Scalloped Potatoes

Joanna’s cookbook, Magnolia Table, includes her favorite recipes, including scalloped potatoes. Try our version of the stick-to-the-ribs side dish.
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Chocolate Cake

A self-proclaimed chocolate lover, Joanna says chocolate cake is her love language.

More chocolate cakes you (and Joanna) will love.

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Peanut Clusters

These chewy peanut clusters, filled with sweet and salty flavors and covered in melted chocolate, couldn't be much easier to make.
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Blueberry Sweet Rolls

Cinnamon rolls get a summery twist in this refreshing recipe. We’re not sure what’s better on a warm day, the gooey blueberry filling or the tart lemon glaze.
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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Brussels sprouts with bacon are roasted on a sheet pan in a 450°F oven and finished with a sticky-sweet balsamic glaze. The crispy edges and smoky bacon take Brussels sprouts to the next level.
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Apple Pie

Apple pie is a classic, down-home recipe. But Joanna’s favorite version benefits from the sweet, sticky addition of dulce de leche.

Next, make sure to check out this stunning Joanna Gaines stand mixer by KitchenAid.