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Parker House Rolls

Delightfully soft and buttery, Parker House Rolls are the perfect addition to any meal, making gatherings memorable with their comforting aroma and taste.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 rolls
Course: Bread, Dinner Rolls
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Make sure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/4 cup warm water At about 110°F to activate yeast.
  • 1 cup whole milk Warmed slightly for richness.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, divided Keep half for brushing.
  • 1 large egg At room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar Balances the saltiness.
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided For enhanced flavor.
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Plus more for the work surface.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl of a stand mixer, combine the active dry yeast and warm water. Let it rest for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Add the warm milk, 1/4 cup of melted butter, egg, sugar, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix on low speed for 1 minute to combine.
  3. Gradually add the flour while the mixer is running on low. Increase to medium-low speed and knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 60-90 minutes.
Baking
  1. Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Punch the dough down and divide it into 24 pieces, shaping each into a 2×2 inch rectangle.
  3. Brush half of each rectangle with melted butter, fold over, and place in the baking dish seam side down.
  4. Brush the tops with more melted butter, cover loosely with plastic wrap, and let them rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Brush the tops with additional melted butter and sprinkle with salt before serving warm.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality ingredients and warm your milk slightly. Rolls can be frozen after shaping for up to 3 months.