How to Make Parker House Rolls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Known for their buttery and fluffy texture, Parker House Rolls are a classic staple on the dinner table. This iconic recipe dates back to the 1800s and originated from the Parker House Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts. These rolls have become a beloved favorite among home bakers and professional chefs alike, thanks to their simple yet delicious flavor.

One of the key features of the Parker House Rolls is their unique shape. The dough is rolled out and folded over, creating a distinctive...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees F/43 to 46 degrees C), divided
  • 1 cup warm milk (110 to 115 degrees F/43 to 46 degrees C)
  • 6 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 5 ½ cups all-purpose flour, divided, or more as needed
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 30 rolls

  • Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in 1/2 cup warm water in a bowl; let stand until mixture is foaming, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir warm milk, 6 tablespoons sugar, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup warm water into yeast mixture. Gradually whisk 2 cups flour into yeast mixture until smooth. Add remaining 3 1/2 cup flour, egg, 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons vegetable oil to flour-yeast mixture; stir until dough is soft.
  • Turn dough onto a floured work surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once so top of dough is greased. Cover bowl with a damp towel and let rise in a warm room until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Punch dough and divide in half. Roll each half on a floured surface until 1/3 to 1/2-inch thick. Cut dough using a floured 2 1/2-inch round cutter. Brush each dough circle with melted butter.
  • Make an off-center crease in each dough circle using the dull edge of a table knife. Fold along crease so larger half is on top; press along folded edge.
  • Grease a baking sheet.
  • Arrange folded dough circles, 2 to 3 inches apart, on the prepared baking sheet. Cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Remove towel or plastic wrap from dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until rolls are golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer rolls to a wire rack to cool.
  • Nutrition

    122 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 247mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 44mg