30-Minute Dinner Buns

30m
Serves 8
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Directions

  1. 1In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of warm water, 2 tablespoons of yeast, and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
  2. 2Whisk until frothy (about 3 minutes).
  3. 3Add 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1 egg, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
  4. 4Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour (add an extra 1/2 cup if the dough is too sticky).
  5. 5Mix with an electric mixer for 3 minutes.
  6. 6Knead the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces (or 6 for larger buns).
  7. 7Shape each piece into a bun.
  8. 8Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. 9Cover and let rest until the oven preheats to 400°F (about 15 minutes).
  10. 10Bake for 11 minutes at 400°F.
  11. 11Brush with melted butter.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 0.25 cup melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1.5 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Equipment

mixing bowlwhiskknifebaking sheetparchment paper