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Homemade Hamburger Buns
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Homemade Hamburger Buns

This recipe for homemade hamburger buns guides you through making soft, elastic dough enriched with butter and eggs, which is shaped into evenly sized rolls and topped with sesame seeds before baking. The buns develop a tender crumb and a lightly golden crust, ideal for sandwiching burgers or other fillings. The method emphasizes proper yeast activation, dough kneading, and proofing to achieve a consistent rise and texture.

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

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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  1. Combine water, sugar and yeast in a small bowl; let stand until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining egg and milk. Brush tops of dough with egg mixture; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  9. Place into oven and bake until golden brown, about 15-18 minutes.