A Thanksgiving breadbasket is more than just a side dish—it’s a showcase of homemade comfort and flavor that rounds out the holiday table. Whether you’re serving buttery dinner rolls, savory biscuits, or festive quick breads, the right bread elevates every bite, from the first swipe of butter to the final dollop of gravy. We’ve gathered 10 of our favorite bread recipes to help you craft the ultimate Thanksgiving spread. Each bake is brimming with flavor, texture, and style, ensuring your breadbasket is as memorable as the meal itself. Ready to bake your way to breadbasket perfection?
10 Breads for Your Thanksgiving Breadbasket
Parker House Rolls
Legend has it that Parker House rolls were created by accident as a disgruntled baker slammed a tray of rolls in the oven. The jolted rolls emerged with their signature folded appearance, and the guests raved about them. It’s that pocket-like fold that creates a crispy golden exterior with a steaming hot and tender interior.
Cheddar-and-Garlic Drop Angel Biscuits
Similar to those of a seafood chain favorite, these Cheddar-and-Garlic Drop Angel Biscuits are every bit as light and fluffy as they are flavorful. Seasoned with garlic powder and ground black pepper, mixed with a healthy helping of Cheddar cheese, and brushed with warm garlic butter, they’re sure to become a new wintertime favorite.
Cranberry-Walnut Bread
Many bread recipes call for adding a pan of water to the oven while baking. The steam from the water keeps the surface of your dough moist and flexible, delaying the crust formation during the early stages of baking so it can rise beautifully. This creates a more open interior and a crisper crust.
Gluten-Free Dinner Rolls
These golden, buttery rolls have a pillow-soft texture thanks to Red Star® All-Natural Active Dry Yeast; don’t skip the garlic and herb butter brushed onto the warm rolls before serving.
Sage Browned Butter Biscuits
These aren’t your average buttermilk biscuits. This Sage Browned Butter Biscuits recipe is the ultimate savory bake. Using browned butter infused with sage to create flaky, fluffy layers and cold buttermilk for a tangy richness, these biscuits are a perfect side for any meal. Top the golden-brown rounds with flaked sea salt and slather with softened butter for a beautiful, tasty finish.
Cranberry-Orange Crescent Rolls
Buttery and rich, these Cranberry-Orange Crescent Rolls are studded with dried sweetened cranberries, orange zest, and a touch of vanilla and baked to golden perfection. Whether you serve them alongside something sweet or savory, this recipe makes a batch big enough to share all the holiday cheer.
Garlic Breadsticks
Doused with melted butter, garlic salt, and Italian seasoning, these tender Garlic Breadsticks pay homage to a famed restaurant chain’s unlimited golden-brown batons. The yield may say 24, but with this recipe, you’re equipped to whip up more whenever cravings hit.
Crescent Rolls
Is there any roll that sets the scene for a convivial dinner better than a breadbasket piled high with buttery Crescent Rolls? If you’re anything like us, you and the crescent go way back. Dressed up with sea salt, this roll’s timeless shape and versatility make it a family favorite as well as a busy baker’s go-to recipe. (The dough can be made ahead for a worry-free addition to the dinner table.)
Potato Rolls
Using mashed potato in the dough creates a tighter crumb structure while also giving the rolls extra moisture and a soft texture. These pillowy rolls absorb all the flavors of your patties and toppings for your ultimate burger.
Beer-Cheddar Muffins
We don’t need to tell you that beer and cheese work well together. But you won’t realize how divine this pairing is until you taste these lager-and cheddar-laden muffins. Based on a classic family recipe from editor-in-chief Brian Hart Hoffman’s mother, you’ll understand why these Beer-Cheddar Muffins have been adored for generations.
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