Homemade Hot Dog Buns

40 mins
Serves 8
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Directions

  1. 1Add instant yeast and warm water to a bowl, and give it a quick mix.
  2. 2Add in avocado oil, maple syrup, and 1 egg. Mix that all together.
  3. 3Add in flour and salt mix.
  4. 4Transfer to a flat surface and knead for 3-5 minutes.
  5. 5If your dough is sticky, add up to 1/2 cup more flour.
  6. 6Divide into 8 pieces.
  7. 7Shape each dough into a ball.
  8. 8To shape into hot dog buns, roll each ball into a thin rectangle, then roll tightly while tucking in the sides, then pinch the seams to seal.
  9. 9Place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  10. 10Quickly brush with some egg wash.
  11. 11Top with sesame seeds (optional).
  12. 12Preheat your oven to 425 degrees (the dough will sit for 5-10 minutes during this time).
  13. 13Bake for 8-15 minutes, until golden.
  14. 14Allow to cool and enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp instant yeast
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 0.33 cup avocado oil
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 eggs (1 of them is for egg wash)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • sesame seeds

Equipment

bowlflat surfaceparchment lined baking sheet

Tips

  • Add extra flour gradually during kneading so the dough stays soft and workable.
  • Do not let your dough rise AT ALL before shaping.
  • The dough will only sit for 5-10 minutes while the oven preheats.