Name: Homemade Hamburger Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 3/4 cup warm water; 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast; 1/4 cup sugar; 360g all-purpose flour; Sea salt; Unsalted butter; 1 large egg; Egg wash for brushing; Sesame seeds optional

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Overview

Prep15 min

Cook15 min

Total30 min

Servings8

DifficultyMedium

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Ingredients

03

Equipment

Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Large bowl
Pastry brush

04

Method

01

Bloom the yeast

Combine warm water, yeast, and some of the sugar.

02

Wait for foam

Let stand until foamy.

03

Combine the dry ingredients

Combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt.

04

Make the dough

Add the yeast mixture, butter, and egg.

05

Knead

Knead until a smooth, slightly tacky dough forms.

06

First rise

Cover and rise until doubled.

07

Divide

Divide into eight equal pieces.

08

Shape

Shape into smooth balls and flatten slightly.

09

Arrange

Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

10

Second rise

Cover and let rise again until puffy.

11

Egg wash

Brush with egg wash and add sesame seeds if desired.

12

Bake

Bake until golden, about 15 minutes.

13

Cool

Cool before slicing.

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Tips

NoteWeighing the flour is especially useful for soft bread like this. Too much flour is the quickest way to turn a fluffy bun into a dense one.

NoteThey're best fresh, but freezing extras works beautifully.

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Nutrition

AllergensGluten, Eggs, Dairy

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Storage

Room temperature / FreezerAirtight up to 2 days, or frozen up to 2 months; thaw and refresh in a warm oven before serving.

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Frequently asked

Can I make them without sesame?+

Yes — simply skip the sesame seeds, or top with everything seasoning or rolled oats instead.

Can I use instant yeast?+

Yes — mix it directly with the flour and use the same amount.

Homemade Hamburger Buns

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment