The Dolly Llama Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, The Dolly Llama cooks with: canola and soybean oil (estimated). Across the 63 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at The Dolly Llama
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: BYO Bubble Waffle, 3.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Shake N' Bake (XL shake + signature waffle) | 6.0g |
| Waffle Fries | 9.0g |
| Loaded Waffle Fries | 11.0g |
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Build my orderWhat to Avoid at The Dolly Llama
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Loaded Waffle Fries | 11.0g |
| Waffle Sticks | 10.0g |
| Waffle Fries | 9.0g |
| Churro Bites | 6.0g |
| Shake N' Bake (XL shake + signature waffle) | 6.0g |
Every The Dolly Llama item, ranked
All 63 items we have for The Dolly Llama, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Agua Fresca | 0.0g |
| Plain Liege Waffle | 1.0g |
| Caramel Apple Waffle | 1.0g |
| Cinnamon Sugar Waffle | 1.0g |
| Churro Waffle | 1.0g |
| Lemon Curd Waffle | 1.0g |
| Ice Cream Scoop (Add-On) | 1.0g |
| Single Scoop Ice Cream | 1.0g |
| Milkshake Jr. (Kids) | 1.0g |
| Strawberry & Cream Waffle | 2.0g |
| Banana Nutella Waffle | 2.0g |
| Cookie Butter Waffle | 2.0g |
| S'mores Waffle | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Cheesecake Waffle | 2.0g |
| Bubble Waffle Jr. (Kids) | 2.0g |
| OG Liege Jr. (Kids) | 2.0g |
| Double Scoop Ice Cream | 2.0g |
| Ice Cream Pint | 2.0g |
| Banana Split | 2.0g |
| Banana Berry Bowl | 2.0g |
| The Dolly Llama XL Shake | 2.0g |
| Cinnalover XL Shake | 2.0g |
| Peanut Better XL Shake | 2.0g |
| Coffee Snob XL Shake | 2.0g |
| Snow Storm XL Shake | 2.0g |
| Strawberry Shake | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Shake | 2.0g |
| Salted Caramel Biscoff Shake | 2.0g |
| Brownie Batter Waffle | 3.0g |
| Almond Joy Waffle | 3.0g |
| Bubble Waffle (Plain) | 3.0g |
| BYO Bubble Waffle | 3.0g |
| Plain OG Liege Waffle | 3.0g |
| BYO OG Liege Waffle | 3.0g |
| Express - Nutella Strawberries Liege | 3.0g |
| Express - Maple Syrup Speculoos Crumbs Liege | 3.0g |
| Express - Chocolate Syrup Banana Liege | 3.0g |
| Express - Peanut Butter Cinnamon Toast Crunch Liege | 3.0g |
| Mini OG Box 6 pc (mini waffles) | 3.0g |
| Mini OG Ice Cream Sandwich | 3.0g |
| Ice Cream Sandwich (BYO) | 3.0g |
| Llama Mud Pie Bowl | 3.0g |
| Cookie Butter Bowl | 3.0g |
| The Nut Bowl | 3.0g |
| Birthday Bowl | 3.0g |
| S'mores Bubble Bowl | 3.0g |
| Peanut Butter Banana Waffle | 4.0g |
| Dolly's Dream Bubble Waffle | 4.0g |
| Sugar N' Spice Bubble Waffle | 4.0g |
| Llama Gone Nuts Bubble Waffle | 4.0g |
| Party Animal Bubble Waffle | 4.0g |
| Dolly's Delight Bubble Waffle | 4.0g |
| Dolly's Dream OG Liege Waffle | 4.0g |
| Sugar N' Spice OG Liege Waffle | 4.0g |
| Llama Gone Nuts OG Liege Waffle | 4.0g |
| Party Animal OG Liege Waffle | 4.0g |
| Dolly's Delight OG Liege Waffle | 4.0g |
| Mini OG Box 12 pc (mini waffles) | 5.0g |
| Churro Bites | 6.0g |
| Shake N' Bake (XL shake + signature waffle) | 6.0g |
| Waffle Fries | 9.0g |
| Waffle Sticks | 10.0g |
| Loaded Waffle Fries | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does The Dolly Llama use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, The Dolly Llama cooks with: canola and soybean oil (estimated). Across the 63 menu items we analyzed, it averages 3.0g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does The Dolly Llama cook with?
Our research indicates: No public disclosure; waffle dough is butter-based (brioche/egg batter cooked on iron); deep-fried items (waffle fries, churro bites) assumed canola or soybean blend — industry standard for small dessert chains, unconfirmed. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does The Dolly Llama use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates The Dolly Llama cooks with canola and soybean oil (estimated), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is The Dolly Llama seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates The Dolly Llama cooks with canola and soybean oil (estimated), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at The Dolly Llama?
Shake N' Bake (XL shake + signature waffle) is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Dolly Llama, at an estimated 6.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at The Dolly Llama?
Loaded Waffle Fries is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at The Dolly Llama, at an estimated 11.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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