Description
These classic Parker House Rolls are soft, buttery, and perfectly golden. Made with enriched dough and a tender crumb, they’re ideal for dinner rolls or holiday dinners, offering a slightly sweet and rich flavor with a pillowy texture.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed to 110°F
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and divided
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Make the Dough: Add the flour, salt, 1/4 cup melted butter, and the egg to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough by hand or using a dough hook on medium speed for 6–8 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic, which develops the gluten structure.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Rolls: Punch down the dough to release air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into 2 1/2-inch circles or squares and fold each piece in half, placing them seam side down on a greased baking sheet or in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Second Rise: Brush the tops of the rolls with some of the remaining melted butter, cover them, and let rise again for 30–45 minutes until puffed.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Finish: Immediately brush the rolls with the remaining melted butter after baking for a shiny, flavorful finish. Serve warm.
Notes
- To make ahead, shape the rolls and refrigerate overnight after the second rise. Allow the rolls to come to room temperature before baking.
- These rolls freeze well after baking; reheat in a low oven to restore freshness and softness.
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results with dough texture and rise.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
