Gourmet Hamburger Buns
Elevate your burger night with these pillowy-soft Gourmet Hamburger Buns, crafted with pantry staples for a bakery-quality experience. Made with warm whole milk, a touch of sugar, and rich butter, these buns are perfectly tender, light, and flavorful—ideal for holding all your favorite burger toppings. The dough is kneaded to a smooth, elastic perfection, then baked to golden-brown bliss with the option of a sesame-seed garnish for added texture and visual appeal. With just 20 minutes of hands-on prep and simple instructions, these homemade hamburger buns are a must-try for anyone looking to upgrade their grilling game. Whether for classic cheeseburgers, veggie burgers, or even pulled pork, these buns will quickly become your go-to recipe for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 ml Warm whole milk
- 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 450 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Salt
- 45 g Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 unit Egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp Water (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm whole milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
Add the yeast mixture, softened unsalted butter, and large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 5–6 minutes on medium speed.
Lightly grease a large bowl with oil and place the dough inside. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring enough space between them.
Cover the shaped dough balls with a clean towel and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Gently brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds over them if desired.
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through if necessary for even baking.
Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.8 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.3 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 495 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 2612 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.5 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 73.5 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 584 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 25.6 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 1184 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
