Since officially leaving early access in 2023,Disney Dreamlight Valley, developed by Gameloft Montreal, has become a staple of the life simulation genre. With jam-packed content roadmaps and cross-platform functionality,Disney Dreamlight Valley’s popularitycomes as no surprise. In particular, cozy simulation games have surged in relevance over the past few years.
For those seeking to gain an edge in the realm of agriculture and cooking inDisney Dreamlight Valley, certain foods stand out as particularly valuable. It’s worth noting that this tier list may differ based on a player’s specific needs, as the recipes for quests, farming currency such as Star Coins, and the best foods for stamina do vary. Regardless, the following should provide a helpful outline for those seeking to easily replenish energy and earn a profit.
S-Tier Disney Dreamlight Valley Foods
The following recipes are best for their low-effort preparation, energy required, storage, and profitability. For instance,pumpkin recipes inDisney Dreamlight Valleyare worth investing in due to their high value. However, while pumpkins provide a profit of 389 coins per unit, they aren’t necessarily the best option when it comes to restoring energy, generating profit, and being easily sourced. The following are tested and reliable recipes that are optimal for the aforementioned reasons:
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Easy - A flexible recipe with accessible fruits.
A-Tier Disney Dreamlight Valley Foods
This category ofDisney Dreamlight Valleyrecipesis worth noting, although they may not be as straightforward as the S-Tier picks. As such, these foods still offer significant benefits but may fall short in some areas. For instance, they may require rarer ingredients, have longer preparation times, or yield less energy or profits.
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1230 Star Coins
Medium – Ingredients must be purchased atRemy’s restaurant, but are beneficial when cooked in bulk.
Pastry Cream and Fruits
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370 Star Coins
Easy – Requires a few more ingredients, but they are very obtainable.
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Medium – Pumpkin farming can be a time-consuming endeavor.
B-Tier Disney Dreamlight Valley Foods
These recipes are often solid choices in specific situations. For instance, in theearly stages ofDisney Dreamlight Valley, these recipes can be game-changing, but may not be easy to make consistently. They frequently fall short in one key area, typically favoring either energy restoration or profit, but not both.
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1020 Star Coins
Medium – Requires bringing Remy to the village first, then basil can be collected inPeaceful Meadow.
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1959 Star Coins
High - Though the other ingredients are easy to obtain, lobster can only be found by fishing in gold pools in theGlade of Trust.
C-Tier Disney Dreamlight Valley Foods
The C-tier recipes can be both extremely profitable and yield a significant amount of energy, but it often takes time to gather all the necessary materials. This may be due to the need to gain access tolocked areas inDisney Dreamlight Valley, waiting for specific weather conditions, and other variables.
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1400 Star Coins
High - Requires fishing in orange ripples on rainy days atDazzle Beach.
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1653 Star Coins
High - Lancetfish requires fishing in blue or white pools in theForgotten Lands. Shrimp can be caught by fishing in blue or white pools at Dazzle Beach. Getting seafood from Moana’s Boat can be a great help.
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2550 Star Coins
High - Anglerfish are only found in gold fishing spots in the Forgotten Lands. Zucchini and potatoes must be grown from seeds purchased in late-game biomes such as theSunlit Plateau, Wild Tangle, and Forgotten Lands.
Profits will vary depending on whether a player farms or purchases ingredients. Energy also varies if players choose to consume ingredients raw versus cooked.
