Fluffy Homemade Potato Buns
These Fluffy Homemade Potato Buns are perfect for your summer barbecues and picnics! This easy-to-follow recipe utilizes a bread machine to create 12 light and airy buns, ideal for hot dogs, hamburgers, or even as individual rolls. Made without eggs, milk, or soy, these buns cater to various dietary restrictions while delivering a deliciously soft texture and a lightly golden crust. With the addition of dehydrated potato flakes, these buns stay fresh and moist and are perfect for freezing. Just pop them in a toaster or microwave for a quick and easy defrost, making them the ideal choice for those on-the-go meals. Enjoy the wholesome goodness of homemade bread with ease!
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
water
1 3/4 cups (room temperature)
bread flour
4 cups (preferably high-protein)
olive oil
3 tablespoons (extra virgin is best)
salt
1 1/4 teaspoons (sea salt or kosher salt recommended)
sugar
2 tablespoons (granulated white sugar)
potato flakes
1/2 cup (instant, for best results)
bread machine yeast
1 3/4 teaspoons (ensure it's fresh)
Instructions
1
Begin by adding the water, bread flour, olive oil, salt, sugar, potato flakes, and bread machine yeast to the bread machine pan in that order. Ensure accurate measurements for the best results.
2
Select the dough setting on your bread machine and start the cycle. The machine will knead the dough and allow it to rise for about 50 minutes.
3
Once the first rise is completed, carefully remove the dough from the bread machine. Do not let it rise a second time in the machine.
4
Lightly flour a surface to prevent sticking and divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. For larger buns, you can divide it into fewer pieces.
5
To shape hot dog buns, roll each piece of dough between your hands until it reaches the length of a hot dog and has a uniform diameter.
6
For hamburger buns, gently flatten each dough ball into a round shape about 1 inch thick, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker.
7
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and place the shaped dough on it, ensuring they are spaced apart to allow for expansion.
8
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while allowing the buns to rise for an additional 15 minutes.
9
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are a light golden brown and the buns sound hollow when tapped.
10
Allow the buns to cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing. Buns can be frozen for later use, and to defrost, simply toast in a bagel-friendly toaster or microwave for approximately 20 seconds.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Fluffy Homemade Potato Buns?
These are light and airy buns made using a bread machine and dehydrated potato flakes, perfect for hamburgers, hot dogs, or dinner rolls.
Are these potato buns vegan-friendly?
Yes, these buns are made without eggs, milk, or soy, making them suitable for vegan and dairy-free diets.
How many buns does this recipe produce?
This recipe is designed to create 12 standard-sized buns.
What is the secret to the soft texture of these buns?
The addition of dehydrated potato flakes helps the buns stay fresh, moist, and incredibly soft.
Can I use this recipe to make hot dog buns?
Absolutely. Simply roll the divided dough pieces between your hands until they reach the length of a hot dog.
How do I shape the dough for hamburger buns?
Gently flatten each dough ball into a round shape about 1 inch thick, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker.
What bread machine setting should I use?
You should use the 'dough' setting on your bread machine to knead and perform the first rise.
What type of flour is recommended for this recipe?
High-protein bread flour is recommended for the best structure and rise.
Is it necessary to use bread machine yeast?
Yes, using bread machine yeast ensures the dough rises properly within the timed cycle of the machine.
In what order should I add ingredients to the bread machine?
Add water first, followed by bread flour, olive oil, salt, sugar, potato flakes, and finally the yeast.
How long is the first rise in the bread machine?
The dough cycle typically allows the dough to rise for approximately 50 minutes.
Should I let the dough rise a second time in the machine?
No, remove the dough immediately after the first rise cycle is complete; do not let it rise a second time inside the machine.
How long should the buns rise after shaping?
Allow the shaped buns to rise on the baking sheet for an additional 15 minutes before putting them in the oven.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How long do the potato buns take to bake?
Bake the buns for 15 to 20 minutes until the tops are light golden brown.
How can I tell if the buns are fully cooked?
The buns are done when they are golden brown and sound hollow when lightly tapped on the top.
What is the best way to cool the buns?
Allow the buns to cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing them.
Can these buns be frozen for later use?
Yes, these potato buns are perfect for freezing and maintain their quality well.
How do I defrost the frozen buns?
You can quickly defrost them by toasting in a bagel-friendly toaster or microwaving for about 20 seconds.
What kind of oil should I use?
Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for the best flavor and texture.
Do I need to use parchment paper?
Yes, lining your baking sheet with parchment paper prevents sticking and ensures easy removal.
Can I make larger buns with this recipe?
Yes, simply divide the dough into fewer than 12 pieces to create larger buns for oversized burgers.
Are these buns soy-free?
Yes, this recipe contains no soy products.
What temperature should the water be?
The water should be at room temperature to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
What type of salt works best?
Sea salt or kosher salt is recommended for this recipe.
Can I use granulated white sugar?
Yes, 2 tablespoons of granulated white sugar are used to provide a hint of sweetness and help with browning.
Why use potato flakes instead of fresh potatoes?
Instant potato flakes are convenient and provide a consistent moisture level that results in a very soft crumb.
Are these buns suitable for barbecues?
Yes, their sturdy yet soft texture makes them ideal for summer barbecues and picnics.
Is this recipe dairy-free?
Yes, it uses water and olive oil instead of milk and butter, making it 100% dairy-free.
How much yeast is required?
The recipe requires 1 3/4 teaspoons of fresh bread machine yeast.