Bakery-Style Burger Buns

Directions

  1. 1Mix milk, butter, and honey, ensuring the mixture is between 100 to 110 Fahrenheit.
  2. 2Add the yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until it looks bubbly.
  3. 3Mix with the rest of the ingredients and knead on speed 2 for 12 to 15 minutes.
  4. 4If the dough sticks to the bowl, add 1 tablespoon of flour.
  5. 5Divide the dough and form a loose ball.
  6. 6Stretch the sides of the dough ball, press it in the center, and then flip it.
  7. 7Use the sides of your hands to make a pinching motion to create tension and a smooth top on the buns.
  8. 8Let your burger buns rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  9. 9Once the homemade hamburger buns are puffy, brush with egg wash and add sesame seeds.
  10. 10Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 240 ml whole milk
  • 28 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 45 g honey
  • 8 g instant yeast
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 410 g all-purpose flour
  • 5 g fine salt
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • egg wash
  • sesame seeds

Equipment

bowl

Tips

  • The dough should not stick to the bowl; if it does, add 1 tablespoon of flour.
  • Use a pinching motion with the sides of your hands to create tension on the dough for a smooth top.
  • Let the burger buns rest for 15 minutes at room temperature before baking.