Parker House Rolls - freshly baked bread

Parker House Rolls

Dinner Rolls & Buns

The famous buttery folded rolls from the Parker House Hotel. A folded crease of melted butter running through the middle.

Prep Time

25 min

Proof Time

1h 20m

Bake Time

18 min

Servings

12

Calories

165

Ingredients

  • 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ tsp instant yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix

    Combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk, melted butter, and egg.

  2. 2

    Knead

    Knead 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  3. 3

    First Rise

    Cover and rise 45 minutes until doubled.

  4. 4

    Shape

    Divide into equal pieces and shape as directed.

  5. 5

    Second Rise

    Cover and rise 20–25 minutes until puffy.

  6. 6

    Bake

    Brush with egg wash. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden. Brush with butter.

Baker's Notes

The secret to incredibly soft dinner rolls is enrichment — butter, milk, and egg create a tender crumb that stays soft for days.

Baker Thomas Moreau

Nutrition Facts

165

cal

5g

Protein

6g

Fat

32g

Carbs

3g

Fiber

236mg

Sodium

Tips & Tricks

  • Brush with butter immediately after baking for the softest crust.
  • These reheat beautifully wrapped in foil at 300°F for 5 minutes.
  • Freeze extras for up to 3 months — thaw and warm before serving.

Reviews (3)

André G.★★★★★

Just like from the bakery! The crust is crispy and the crumb is soft. Bravo for this extraordinary recipe.

Chantal D.★★★★★

Easy to prepare and so delicious! Even my picky kids went for seconds. This bread has become a staple in our home.

Pierre T.★★★★★

Excellent recipe. I followed the instructions to the letter and the result was perfect. My wife loved it. The best homemade bread I've made.