Homemade Hamburger Buns Recipe
Soft, fluffy homemade hamburger buns perfect for any burger craving. Easy to make with simple ingredients and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Dough
- 0.75 cup warm water about 110°F
- 1 egg egg room temperature
- 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 Tbsp instant yeast rapid rise
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 3.25 cups unbleached all-purpose flour plus more as needed (400g)
- 1 egg egg
- 0.5 Tbsp water
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds (or Everything Bagel Seasoning)
Instructions
- Mix warm water, egg, sugar, salt, and yeast; whisk for 1 min.
- Add butter and most flour; knead until smooth, 5-6 min. Let rise 1-2 hrs until doubled.
- Divide dough into 8 balls, shape into smooth rounds, and flatten to 3-3.5 inches. Let rise 1-1.5 hrs.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Brush buns with egg wash, sprinkle seeds, and bake 15-16 min until golden.
- Cool on a rack before slicing. Store covered until use.
Notes
Ensure dough is slightly sticky but not clingy for best texture.