Cornmeal Parker House Rolls Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours

These Cornmeal Parker House Rolls are a delightful addition to any Thanksgiving table. With a soft, buttery texture and a hint of sweetness from the cornmeal, these rolls are perfect for soaking up gravy or enjoying with butter.

This recipe is straightforward and yields light, fluffy rolls that are sure to impress your guests. They are a wonderful way to elevate your holiday meal.

Fluffy Cornmeal Parker House Rolls

These rolls are made with a combination of all-purpose flour and cornmeal, giving them a unique flavor and texture. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish, including rising time, and makes approximately 12 rolls.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm milk (110°F)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
Additional melted butter for brushing

Instructions

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, sugar, yeast, and salt.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
Shape the Rolls: Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased baking dish.
Second Rise: Cover the rolls with a cloth and let them rise again until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake: Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool slightly before serving warm with additional butter.