Homemade Hamburger Buns Recipe: Soft and Golden
Soft, golden hamburger buns for burgers.
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds optional
- Optional: Butter sea salt
- Suggested Pairings: Burgers iced tea
Instructions
- Mix milk, sugar, and yeast; let foam 5-10 min.
- Add egg, butter, salt, and flour; knead 8-10 minutes.
- Let the dough rise 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
- Divide into 8 pieces; shape buns, rise 30-45 min.
- Preheat oven to 375°F; brush with egg wash, add seeds.
- Bake 15-18 minutes until golden.
- Serve on a wooden tray with butter, burgers, and iced tea.
Notes
- Check the milk temperature for yeast.
- Store at room temperature for up to 3 days, and freeze for 2 months.
- Try a vegan variation.
- Pair with coleslaw.