Parker House Rolls

Parker House Rolls

delicious Thanksgiving dinner rolls

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 2h 40m
Cook Time: 20m
Total Time: 3h
Temp.: 350°F
Servings: 24
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (8 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

181
Calories
5.1g
Fat
35mg
Cholesterol
191mg
Sodium
28.9g
Carbohydrate
4.7g
Protein
Parker House Rolls

Recipe Description

A few years ago, we spent Thanksgiving in Parker House and for Thanksgiving dinner, they served their signature Parker House Rolls. I got the recipe and have made a batch of these every Thanksgiving since and they always go down a treat. They really are the perfect dinner rolls!

To make these delicious rolls, start by making a milk and butter based dough. Knead for 5 minutes and leave to double in size. Knock out the air and shape into rolls before leaving to rise again. When the dough has doubled in size again, bake in the oven until golden brown. Brush with melted butter before serving and enjoy!

To make Parker House Rolls, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Parker House Rolls

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat milk and butter

    10 min
    Step 1 - Parker House Rolls

    Bring 1 ½ cups of milk to a simmer in a small saucepan. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in 1 stick of butter and ½ a cup of sugar. Leave the mixture cool in the pan.

  2. 2

    Dissolve yeast

    10 min
    Step 2 - Parker House Rolls

    Mix 1 package of yeast with ½ a cup of warm water until it starts to foam.

  3. 3

    Add the yeast, butter and sugar

    5 min
    Step 3 - Parker House RollsStep 3 - Parker House Rolls

    Combine the milk mixture with 3 eggs, the yeast mixture, 1 ½ teaspoons of salt and 3 cups of the flour in a mixer with the dough attachment. Mix until smooth.

  4. 4

    Add remaining flour

    5 min
    Step 4 - Parker House Rolls

    Add the remaining 3 cups of flour, ½ a cup at a time and mix until a smooth dough ball forms.

  5. 5

    Knead

    5 min
    Step 5 - Parker House Rolls

    Knead for 5 minutes on a floured surface.

  6. 6

    Prove the dough

    1h 30m
    Step 6 - Parker House RollsStep 6 - Parker House Rolls

    Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl. Cover and leave to rise until the dough has doubled in size.

  7. 7

    Divide into rolls and leave to rise

    40 min
    Step 7 - Parker House RollsStep 7 - Parker House Rolls

    Knock out the air and divide the dough into 24 equal rolls. Place the rolls on a large, baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover the rolls again and leave to rise until doubled.

  8. 8

    Heat the oven

    1 min

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.

  9. 9

    Bake

    20 min
    Step 9 - Parker House Rolls

    Bake the rolls in the oven for 20 minutes until they are golden brown.

  10. 10

    Brush with butter

    2 min
    Step 10 - Parker House Rolls

    Remove the rolls from the oven and brush with melted butter.

  11. 11

    Serve

    Step 11 - Parker House Rolls

    Serve slightly warm.

These Parker House Rolls are a delicious accompaniment to Thanksgiving dinner. If you try these, make sure you come back to leave a review telling me how you get on.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (8 reviews)
Hannah
February 4, 2024
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Delicious! These rolls remind me of my first Thanksgiving with my husband. Everyone loved them, and they turned out so soft and buttery. I’m so thankful for this recipe!

Megan
September 25, 2023
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Perfect rolls, love!

Jenny
July 30, 2023
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Amazing rolls! I made these for our Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge hit with the family! Soft, buttery, and loved by everyone. Definitely a recipe I'll cherish every year!

Emily Carter
June 8, 2022
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Superb!

Isabella Johnson
March 7, 2022
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I made these Parker House Rolls for our Thanksgiving this year! They turned out so fluffy and buttery, just like the ones I had years ago. My kids couldn't get enough! It's now a must-have recipe in our family. So easy and delicious, they truly are the perfect dinner rolls.

Ethan Johnson
December 13, 2021
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Fantastic! These Parker House Rolls remind me of my childhood Thanksgivings. Every year, my family gathers, and these are the highlight of our dinner! So easy to make and simply delicious. We can’t get enough of them! Seriously, you have to try them!

Charlie
November 4, 2020
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Every Thanksgiving, I make these rolls, just like at Parker House. They remind me of family gatherings and the warm feeling of home. Soft, buttery, and delicious every time!

Athina
October 27, 2020
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Soft and yummy rolls! Approved!

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