Soft & Tasty Homemade Hamburger Buns
Indulge in the delight of creating your very own Soft & Tasty Homemade Hamburger Buns. These pillowy and slightly sweet buns are perfect for any burger or sandwich you desire, adding a homemade touch to your meals. With a golden brown crust and a soft interior, these buns are sure to impress family and friends at your next cookout or casual dinner. Easy to make from scratch, they are not only a fantastic addition to your recipe collection but also a great way to elevate your cookery skills. Whether you're grilling burgers, preparing sliders, or crafting elegant sandwiches, these buns will be the perfect vessel for all your culinary creations!
8
Servings
170
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Active dry yeast
2 teaspoons (or 1 packet)
Warm water
1 cup (between 105 to 110°F)
Honey
2 tablespoons (divided)
Unbleached all-purpose flour
1 2/3 cups (plus more for work surface)
Bread flour
1 2/3 cups
Sea salt
1 teaspoon
Egg
1
Butter
3 tablespoons (melted)
Olive oil
1 teaspoon (plus more to coat the bowl)
Egg wash
1 (egg mixed with 1 tablespoon milk)
Sesame seeds
1 tablespoon (or as needed)
Instructions
1
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the yeast, warm water, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Stir gently and let it rest for about 15 minutes, or until the mixture is foamy.
2
While the yeast activates, whisk together the all-purpose flour, bread flour, and sea salt in a separate bowl until well combined. In another bowl, beat the egg with the melted butter and the remaining tablespoon of honey, then set aside.
3
Once the yeast mixture is foamy, pour in the egg mixture along with most of the dry ingredients (reserve about ½ cup of the flour mixture). Using the dough hook attachment, mix on speed 2 for 2 minutes. Increase to speed 3 and gradually add the reserved flour mixture, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. It should be soft and slightly sticky but not cling to your fingers, and will bounce back when pressed.
4
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a ball by pulling the edges under. Place it in a large lightly oiled bowl, turning the dough to coat it in oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm, draft-free environment (like an off oven) for about 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
5
After rising, transfer the dough back to the floured work surface and knead gently for a couple of minutes. Stretch the dough into a rectangle measuring about 12 inches by 5 inches. Use a bench scraper to divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
6
Shape each piece into a ball by pulling the edges under, then flatten each ball into a ½-inch thick disc. Place the discs onto a large baking sheet lined with either a silicone mat or parchment paper. Lightly cover them with the towel again and let them rise for another hour in the oven (temperature off), ensuring the towel is not tucked under to allow for proper rising.
7
After the second rise, remove the buns from the oven and preheat it to 375°F (190°C). Carefully take off the towel and brush each bun with the egg wash, being gentle to avoid deflating them. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the tops.
8
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 17 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Once baked, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before separating and slicing them in half for your burgers and sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
6g
Fat
25g
Carbs
3.5g
Protein
0.75g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Soft & Tasty Homemade Hamburger Buns?
These are pillowy, slightly sweet homemade buns with a golden brown crust and soft interior, perfect for burgers and sandwiches.
How many buns does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 8 hamburger buns.
What is the calorie count per bun?
Each bun contains approximately 170 calories.
What types of flour are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 2/3 cups of unbleached all-purpose flour and 1 2/3 cups of bread flour.
How long does the yeast need to rest to become foamy?
The yeast mixture should rest for about 15 minutes until it becomes foamy.
What is the ideal temperature for the warm water for yeast?
The water should be between 105 and 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much honey is required for the dough?
The recipe requires 2 tablespoons of honey, which is added to the mixture in divided amounts.
How long is the first rise for the dough?
The dough needs to rise for about 2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Where is the best place to let the dough rise?
It is best to let it rise in a warm, draft-free environment, such as an oven that is turned off.
How long is the second rise after shaping the buns?
The shaped buns should rise for an additional hour before baking.
Into how many pieces should the dough be divided?
The dough should be divided into 8 equal pieces using a tool like a bench scraper.
How thick should the dough discs be before the second rise?
Each dough ball should be flattened into a 1/2-inch thick disc.
What temperature should the oven be for baking the buns?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How long do the buns need to bake in the oven?
The buns bake for approximately 17 minutes until they are golden brown.
What is the nutritional fat content per bun?
Each bun contains 6 grams of fat.
How much protein is in one of these buns?
There are 3.5 grams of protein per serving.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a single bun?
Each bun contains 25 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the fiber content per serving?
Each bun provides 0.75 grams of fiber.
What is the egg wash made of?
The egg wash consists of one egg mixed with one tablespoon of milk.
What topping is recommended for these hamburger buns?
The recipe recommends sprinkling sesame seeds over the tops of the buns after applying the egg wash.
How do I know if the dough has the correct consistency?
The dough should pull away from the sides of the bowl, be soft and slightly sticky, and bounce back when pressed.
What type of yeast is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons (or 1 packet) of active dry yeast.
What kind of salt is best for this bread recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 teaspoon of sea salt.
How much butter is used to make the dough?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
Do I need to grease the bowl for the initial dough rise?
Yes, place the dough in a large lightly oiled bowl and turn it to coat the dough in oil.
Can I use a stand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, the instructions specifically suggest using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
What dimensions should the dough be stretched to before cutting?
Stretch the dough into a rectangle measuring about 12 inches by 5 inches.
Should the buns be cooled before slicing them?
Yes, allow the buns to cool completely on a wire rack before separating and slicing them in half.
What mixer speeds are recommended during the mixing process?
Start on speed 2 for 2 minutes, then increase to speed 3 as you gradually add the remaining flour.
What is the purpose of the olive oil in the recipe?
Olive oil is used to coat the bowl for the dough's first rise to prevent sticking.