Old Dominion Parker House Rolls

Fluffy, buttery, and irresistibly soft, Old Dominion Parker House Rolls bring a touch of timeless Southern comfort to your table. These classic yeast rolls are made from scratch with rich whole milk, melted butter, and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, ensuring an airy texture and golden finish. Gently folded and brushed with butter before baking, these rolls rise to pillowy perfection, making them the ideal accompaniment to holiday feasts, family dinners, or special occasions. With their nostalgic charm and melt-in-your-mouth appeal, these homemade Parker House Rolls will quickly become a favorite among bread-lovers. Perfect fresh out of the oven and served warm, they promise to elevate any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole milk
• 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup Warm water
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Butter for brushing

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until bubbles form around the edges but do not let it boil (about 190°F). Remove from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and sugar until melted. Let the mixture cool to lukewarm, about 105–110°F.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Allow it to sit for 5–10 minutes, until frothy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk mixture, yeast mixture, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and the egg. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook attachment for 5–6 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll it out to a ½-inch thickness and cut into 3-inch rounds using a cookie cutter or the rim of a drinking glass.

Step 7

Brush each circle lightly with melted butter. Fold each one in half and press gently to seal. Arrange the rolls slightly touching on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 8

Cover the rolls with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30–45 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and brush generously with melted butter. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(925.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2654.8

Total Fat 102.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 460.6mg	0%
Sodium 1283.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 372.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 50.3g
Protein 61.2g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 405.7mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 1050.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.8%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 56.0%