These Thanksgiving dinner roll recipes are the breads guests reach for between bites of turkey and gravy. Choose fluffy classics, potato rolls, crescent rolls, and pull-apart breads, with a couple of seasonal alternatives for a different table.
Rolls often need the oven just as dinner is ready, so pick a recipe that fits your cooking schedule. For the other courses, see our Thanksgiving Dinner Planning Guide or browse the side dish ideas.
Tips for Planning This Course
- Read the full rise and bake schedule before Thanksgiving Day. A one-hour roll recipe can be useful when the rest of the menu is already planned tightly.
- If your recipe supports it, prepare or bake the rolls ahead and rewarm them close to dinner. Follow that recipe’s freezing and reheating directions rather than guessing for enriched dough.
- Reserve an oven window after the turkey comes out to rest. Cover finished rolls with a clean towel to help them stay warm while the table is set.
Classic dinner rolls
1 Hour Dinner Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour
Ever wish you could have fresh dinner rolls without spending hours in the kitchen? These 1 Hour Dinner Rolls deliver soft, fluffy perfection in just 1 hour.
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Heavenly Dinner Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Fluffy, light, and irresistibly divine, these Heavenly Dinner Rolls will be your new favorite starter to pass around the dinner table.
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Buttery Pull-Apart Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours
Sink your teeth into these delectable Buttery Pull-Apart Rolls. They're easy-to-make and loved by all! Perfect for any occasion, these pull-apart dinner rolls are a delight for the whole family!
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Potato Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Everyone will love these soft, fluffy Potato Rolls. They’re perfect for special occasions and an excellent way to make the most of leftover mashed potatoes!
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Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 37 minutes
Start off any meal with these Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls. Soft, fluffy rolls that are wholesome and made from scratch.
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No Knead Cloverleaf Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes
Baked fresh and warm, No Knead Cloverleaf Rolls bring comfort and flavor to any meal. Soft and slightly sweet, they’re the perfect addition to any dinner or special occasion.
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Crescent rolls and seasonal breads
Homemade Crescent Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 3 hours
Roll up some fun with these freshly baked Homemade Crescent Rolls. Their buttery layers and soft texture make them the tastiest way to start any meal.
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Pumpkin Crescent Rolls Recipe
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Pumpkin Crescent Rolls bake up light and fluffy with sweet cinnamon-honey filling folded into every layer. Serve warm with a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey.
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Sweet Potato Cornbread Recipe
Total Time: 40 minutes
Try a new twist on your favorite dish with this Sweet Potato Cornbread. All the flavors of Fall packed into a sweet and savory cornbread that you can put together in 40 minutes!
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The Best Buttermilk Cornbread
Total Time: 40 minutes
You’ve got to try The Best Buttermilk Cornbread—it’s moist, tender, and perfectly sweet. It’s so good, it vanishes within minutes!
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Hatch Green Chile Cornbread
Total Time: 38 minutes
Roasted Hatch green chiles and sweet corn take this Hatch Green Chile Cornbread to the next level with a balanced smoky, savory flavor. It’s a great side for any meal.
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Honey Cornbread Muffins
Total Time: 30 minutes
Sweet as honey and irresistibly fluffy, Honey Cornbread Muffins are a golden treat to sweeten your day. Perfect with chili, soup, or just your hungry self!
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Sweet Potato Biscuits Recipe
Total Time: 27 minutes
With a hint of sweetness and a perfectly flaky texture, these Sweet Potato Biscuits are a delicious way to upgrade any meal. They’re easy to make and full of comforting flavors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I bake Thanksgiving rolls?
Aim to bake or rewarm them near serving time. The turkey resting period often creates a useful oven window.
Which rolls are best when I am short on time?
The 1 Hour Dinner Rolls offer a quicker option; check the recipe’s complete schedule before committing your oven time.
Can I freeze homemade dinner rolls?
Many baked rolls freeze well, but use the storage and reheating instructions on the specific recipe you choose.
Should I offer both rolls and cornbread?
You can, especially for a larger gathering. For a smaller table, one bread option is usually enough alongside several sides.
