The Perfect Slice: 11 Breads for Thanksgiving and Beyond

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It’s Homemade Bread Day! No meal is complete without your favorite bread, so why not bake up your favorite loaf, quick bread, or roll today to get you in the mood for the Thanksgiving feast? From fluffy dinner rolls to fragrant sliced breads, the right bread can elevate your meal from drab to fab. In this collection, we’re sharing our favorite bread recipes that are perfect for Thanksgiving and beyond. Whether you’re serving a crowd or enjoying a cozy meal for two at home, these breads are the perfect pairing for everything from spicy chilis to the classic roast turkey and all those leftovers sandwiches. Get ready to fill your home with the irresistable aroma of freshly baked bread!

serving tray of sliced buttermilk cornbread — Buttermilk Cornbread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Rosemary Parmesan Bread

A loaf of rosemary bread baked in a dutch oven. — Rosemary Parmesan Bread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Baked in a Dutch oven, this fragrant rosemary parmesan bread is wonderful alongside any meal. You’ll love the light, soft texture.
Get the Recipe: Rosemary Parmesan Bread

Honey Oatmeal Bread

Honey oatmeal bread is full of whole grains and a touch of sweetness. This homemade bread is perfect for toasting or sandwiches.
Get the Recipe: Honey Oatmeal Bread

Cranberry Breakfast Bread

A slice of cranberry braided bread ready for serving. — Cranberry Breakfast Bread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Cranberry breakfast bread uses cranberry sauce for a sweet filling. This centerpiece bread is soft, buttery, and nutty, and perfect for rounding out your holiday brunch.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Breakfast Bread

Loaded Beer Bread

sliced beer bread on a gray plate — Loaded Beer Bread. Photo credit: Stetted.

No kneading or rising time is required for this beer bread, loaded with bacon and cheese. It’s perfect for serving with soups or toasting for a snack.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Beer Bread

French Bread

Soft and fluffy homemade French bread is easy to make at home! Enjoy it with butter, sliced for sandwiches, or made into French bread pizza.
Get the Recipe: French Bread

Homemade Garlic Bread

Sliced garlic bread close up on a wooden cutting board. — Homemade Garlic Bread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Love garlic bread? Homemade garlic bread is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. It’s the perfect side to any meal!
Get the Recipe: Homemade Garlic Bread

Jalapeño Cornbread

square of jalapeno cornbread on gray surface — Jalapeño Cornbread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Jalapeño cornbread is full of peppers and cheddar cheese. It’s perfect for serving alongside chili, meatloaf, or roast chicken.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeño Cornbread

Swedish Limpa Bread

Torn slice of limpa bread with butter on it held close to camera to see interior texture. — Swedish Limpa Bread. Photo credit: Stetted.

Swedish limpa bread is fragrant and flavorful. With rye flour, caraway, fennel, and molasses, this bread is a unique loaf to have on the table.
Get the Recipe: Swedish Limpa Bread

Whole Wheat Rolls

A roll on a plate with a butter knife ready to spread on a dab of butter. — Whole Wheat Rolls. Photo credit: Stetted.

Whole wheat rolls round out any meal. The lightly nutty flavor pairs well with a variety of dishes, from soups to roasts.
Get the Recipe: Whole Wheat Rolls

Buttermilk Cornbread

Buttermilk cornbread is fluffy and just lightly sweet. It’s the perfect addition to your holiday table or accompaniment to chili.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Cornbread

Sweet Potato Biscuits

Sweet potatoes are the unexpected key to these fluffy, tender biscuits. With just a hint of sweetness, they’re excellent for both breakfast or dinner.
Get the Recipe: Sweet Potato Biscuits