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Homemade Hamburger Buns Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 buns
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These homemade hamburger buns are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any burger or sandwich. Made from scratch with simple ingredients, these buns offer a tender crumb and a golden crust topped with sesame seeds or Everything But The Bagel seasoning. Ideal for grilling or any backyard cookout, these buns elevate your burger experience with fresh, homemade goodness.

Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 3/4 cups water, heated to 105°F
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 Tbsp. instant yeast (rapid rise)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tsp. table salt

For Brushing Before Baking

  • 3 Tbsp. melted unsalted butter
  • 1 egg mixed with 1 Tbsp. water
  • Sesame seeds or Everything But The Bagel Seasoning

Instructions

  1. Combine dough ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, add all dough ingredients including flour, water, sugar, unsalted butter, vegetable oil, instant yeast, egg, and salt. Mix until ingredients start to come together.
  2. Knead: Attach the dough hook and knead the dough for about 6-8 minutes until it becomes soft, smooth, and slightly tacky but not overly sticky.
  3. First rise: Transfer the dough to a lightly greased or oiled bowl. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 ½ to 2 hours, until it doubles in volume.
  4. Divide the dough: Gently punch down the risen dough and turn it onto a clean work surface. Use a bench scraper to divide it into 8 equal pieces weighing approximately 100 grams each.
  5. Shape the dough: Pinch the bottom of each dough portion and roll it under the palm of your hand to form a smooth ball.
  6. Place on baking sheet: Arrange the dough balls seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a few inches of space between each bun.
  7. Second rise: Lightly flatten each bun with your palm to about a 3-inch diameter. Loosely cover with plastic wrap and allow to rise again for 1 hour.
  8. Preheat and prep: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush each bun with melted butter first, then with the egg wash (egg mixed with water). Sprinkle sesame seeds or Everything But The Bagel seasoning on top.
  9. Bake: Bake the buns for 15-18 minutes, until they turn golden brown and look perfectly baked.
  10. Cool, slice, and enjoy: Brush the buns again with any remaining melted butter to maintain softness and shine. Allow to cool on a wire rack. When ready to serve, slice horizontally with a serrated bread knife for burgers or sandwiches.

Notes

  • Store buns in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for 1-3 days. Refrigeration can cause them to dry out.
  • Freeze buns in a sealed bag for 2-3 months. Thaw at room temperature before using.
  • To make slider-sized buns, divide dough into 16 smaller portions (about 50 grams each) and bake for 12-14 minutes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun (approx. 85 g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

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