Description
These Homemade Burger Buns are light, fluffy, and slightly crusty on the outside, making them perfect for any burger! Made with bread flour for structure and richness, these buns are so much better than store-bought. With a simple egg wash and sesame seed topping, this easy homemade bun recipe will take your burgers to the next level!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough:
- 3 tbsp (44g) warm whole milk (105°-120°F)
- 1 cup (237g) warm water (105°-120°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet, 8g) instant yeast (see notes for active dry yeast)
- 2 1/2 tbsp (31g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature, lightly beaten)
- 3 – 3 1/4 cups (382-406g) bread flour (adjust based on humidity)
- 1/3 cup (43g) all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 3 tbsp (43g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
For Topping:
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tbsp water (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- In a stand mixer with a dough hook, combine milk, water, yeast, sugar, and egg.
- Add flours, then mix until incorporated. Add salt and butter, then knead on medium-low for 10 minutes until soft and tacky. (Avoid adding too much flour; slightly sticky dough creates softer buns.)
Step 2: First Rise
- Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-2 hours).
Step 3: Shape the Buns
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Divide dough into 8 equal portions.
- Roll each portion into a smooth ball and place on the baking sheet, leaving 2-3 inches of space between each.
- Cover with a clean towel and let rise 1-1½ hours, until puffy and almost doubled.
Step 4: Bake the Buns
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 15 minutes, rotating halfway, until golden brown.
Step 5: Cool & Store
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in a 350°F oven before serving.
Notes
- Using Active Dry Yeast? Proof in warm milk + water for 5 minutes until frothy before adding other ingredients.
- Dough too sticky? Add 1 tbsp bread flour at a time, but avoid over-flouring.
- For Slider Buns: Divide dough into 15 balls, bake in a 9×13-inch pan for 15-20 minutes at 400°F.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Burger Buns
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
