Homemade Hamburger Buns

Name: Homemade Hamburger Buns
Prep time: 2 h 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup warm water; 3 tablespoons sugar; 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 large eggs; 3 ¼ cups all purpose flour; 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

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Prep Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings
8 servings
Course
Bread
Cuisine
American, International

Homemade Hamburger Buns

Iris Warren

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THE BEST buns ever! So soft, pillowy and airy, perfect for any sandwich. You’ll never want store-bought ever again!

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Ingredients

Servings

¾ cup warm water 100-110 degrees F
3 tablespoons sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
3 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
2 large eggs at room temperature, divided
3 ¼ cups all purpose flour divided
1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

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Instructions

Combine water, sugar and yeast in a small bowl; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with dough hook attachment, beat the water mixture, butter, 1 egg, 2 cups flour and salt on medium-low speed until a smooth batter forms, about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add remaining 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup at a time, until a soft, smooth ball of dough is formed. The dough should feel elastic and slightly tacky to the touch. Increase speed to medium-high and beat for 3 minutes.
Lightly oil a large bowl or coat with nonstick spray; place dough in bowl, turning to coat. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Gently deflate dough by punching down. Working on a lightly floured surface, divide into 8 equal pieces, weighing the pieces as needed; shape each piece into a smooth ball.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place rolls onto the prepared baking sheet; flatten each ball to 3 inches. Cover with a clean dishtowel and let stand in a warm spot until dough has doubled in size, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
In a small bowl, whisk together remaining egg and milk. Brush tops of dough with egg mixture; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 15-18 minutes.