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I don’t know about you, but I am a complete sucker for clam chowder, and this Disneyland clam chowder recipe is no exception. OH. MY. YUM!
Disneyland Clam Chowder Recipe
So remember how you can ASK Disneyland for pretty much any recipe in their park? Guys – I know I have said it before, but I’m saying it again, and again, and again – YOU CAN ASK FOR RECIPES! No need to buy the expensive recipe books at the park or in Downtown Disney because they’re giving out the recipes for free!
The best clam chowder I’ve ever had was in San Francisco. (Remember that one time hubby surprised me with a day trip to San Fran for my birthday? It was pretty epic!) The ONLY place that could rival San Fran in the clam chowder department is Disneyland.
All you gotta do is go to the Main Street office, wait in line, and ask! I was going to joke about having to wait in a line, but if you think about it, it totally makes sense. I mean, I willingly wait in line to go on a Disney attraction… why not wait in line to get a recipe? The food in Disneyland is the main attraction for me anyway. Just sayin.
The only problem is, at least with this Disneyland recipe, is that it was in a HUGE portion. Probably because they make one Mickey-sized batch and it lasts them all day. (only kidding!)
Converting this Disneyland clam chowder recipe from a zillion gallon portion of soup to a small family portion of soup was a slight feat. (I lie – I totally had my husband do it for me!)
The whole time I was making this soup I kept thinking, “There’s no way this is THAT good,” and, “No way this is the actual recipe they use in Disneyland.” Guys…. I think it legit IS the recipe they use in the Disney parks.
It tastes exactly like what I remember it tasting like in Disneyland. The only thing missing was the Sourdough bread bowl – and that was 100% my bad.
I wish I could have eaten both of these Disneyland clam chowder recipe s right next to each other, but I don’t think that’s a possibility. What I can tell you is it’s delicious, worth buying canned clams (EW, right?) and made an AMAZING leftover (that is, if you HAVE any left over!)
Chowder Recipe
Disneyland Clam Chowder
Ingredients
- 5 TB butter
- 5 TB flour
- 2 TB vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 C. potatoes peeled and diced
- 1/2 C onions diced
- 1/2 C red pepper diced
- 1/2 C green pepper diced
- 2 1/4 C clam juice
- 1 1/2 C heavy cream
- 1 C clams
- 1/2 TB thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 3/4 tsp Tabasco *optional*
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan; add flour to create a roux.
- Cook over medium until it's light brown in color; set aside.
- In another pot, heat oil. Saute potatoes, onions, peppers over medium until tender (about 10 minutes).
- Add clam juice to the potato/pepper mixture and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes or until potatoes are cooked.
- Add heavy cream, clams, spices and the roux.
- Whisk well to blend in the roux.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add more seasoning if desired.
- Serve in bread bowls - ENJOY!
The only thing that irriated me about about this Disneyland Clam Chowder recipe (besides the enormous quantity) was the clams. The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of clams, but only 1 c. of clams. I bought TWO cans thinking I’d have enough juice and was WRONG. I was a little short and fudged it. However, I had MORE than 1 cup of clams, but what on EARTH am I going to need canned clams for?
You can see my dilemma, right? In the end, I put the extra clams into the mix and was a little short on liquid. NEXT TIME I make this, I will buy THREE cans of clams (to assure I have enough liquid) and find another recipe to use the extra clams.
It’s been a LONG time since I’ve written about my love for Disneyland, but did you know I ran TWO half marathons (One is Disneyland and one in Disney World and a 10K? If you’ve never done a Disney race, I’d HIGHLY recommend it. There is no other way to describe it other than MAGICAL.
Also, if you LOVE Disneyland recipes (WE ALL DO!) then I’d highly recommend checking out THIS post from my friend Ashlee. I mean – the Monte Cristo at Disneyland is my all-time favorite! And the beignets because …. aren’t those basically donuts? My friend Alli has some really cute Mickey and Minnie cupcakes. Can you even?
Have you tried making this Disneyland clam chowder recipe before? Let me know in a comment below!
I have to tell you: as for me & my mom – there’s never too many clams (or too much garlic, lol…). Just dump in
all 3 cans of ‘whole’ (not minced) clams and thank me later.
You’re welcome…
OOOOOKAAAY you might have just become my best friend! I don’t think I’ve EVER had too much garlic. It’s my FAVORITE!
Plus, I’m all about not having to mince things. Win-Win!
How many people does this recipe serve?
Thanks!
It made A LOT! I’d say it could feed 8-10 people because we were eating it forever! 😂😂
Love this so much, I live too far to stop in at Disneyland for the full size recipe myself haha do you happen to still have the Mickey sized recipe?! That’d be amazing!
I’d just halve the recipe – trust me, it’s an amazing leftover!!
I want to make this for Father’s Day.
Are canned clams (Snow’s Brand Chopped) ok? I also also Snows sells just the juice as well.
That’s what I used! Canned clams! I remember wishing I had more clam juice so if you can buy that too I’d recommend it. Let me know how it turns out!!
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That is a GENIUS idea! Thank you for sharing!!
Just made it and it’s perfect. Serving size is 8-10 if you are only eating a cup. If you are eating a bowl (or bread bowl) it’s probably closer to 4-5 servings. I wish I would have read the reviews prior to buying clams. I ended up with minced clams and they were just bits and pieces.
I’m so glad you liked it! I wonder if I bought the minced clams …. maybe my kids would eat it better? Who knows … 😀
Best clam chowder recipe! Just finished making it again and thought I’d leave a comment while it cooks 😊. My husband and I are huge Disneyland fans and LOVE to get the Pacific Wharfs clam chowder for lunch every time we visit the park. This recipe is the closest to it and we absolutely love it. My husband gifted me the Unofficial Disney Cookbook for Christmas so we ( I 😅 ) can make all our favorite foods and honestly this clam chowder beats the cookbook version 100%! An absolute must try! Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe.
Rosie! This just made my night! I’m so glad you liked this recipe and even more glad you commented! Thank you, thank you!!
Clam chowder was requested by inlaws for Xmas Eve. Thought I’d give this a try. 13 people. All RAVED about this. Usually my FIL buys store boughten (eck)….I doubled the recipe…forgot to buy red peppers but had yolo peppers chopped/frozen from my garden. I used both chopped and whole canned clams (more than what recipe called for.) My 13 yr old ate 4 bowls himself. There are no leftovers! This will be my go to from now on!
Oh my goodness this MADE MY DAY!! I’m so glad you tried it and your family liked it!! Happy you found a NEW Christmas tradition!!
Hey there! Thanks for this! I’m going to give it a try. Disney Clam Chowder is a favorite of ours here too. And btw…you can buy clam juice in a little bottle. Check with your grocer. (I stumbled on this fact.) Thanks again!
I had no idea! Thanks for the tip!
This is so savory and creamy! Definitely bookmarking this. Thank you!
So glad you liked it! That made my day!