Soft Burger Buns with Sesame Seeds
In short: Eight soft, golden buns with a sesame topping, sturdy enough for juicy burgers and quick to shape. The dough doubles as hot dog buns. It takes about 53 min in total and makes 8 servings.
- Prep
- 35 min
- Cook
- 18 min
- Resting
- 1 h 45 min
- Total
- 53 min
- Servings
- 8
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Calories
- 325 kcal
Burger buns are worth baking because they are far softer than packaged ones and the dough is forgiving. This enriched dough uses milk, butter and an egg for a tender crumb that still holds up to a juicy patty. The buns are shaped into rounds, flattened slightly and baked on a single sheet. Make a batch on Saturday, freeze the extras and your next burger night is sorted.
Instructions
- Mix the flour, yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl or stand mixer. Add the warm milk, softened butter and egg and mix to a soft dough.
- Knead for 8 to 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Divide the dough into 8 pieces, about 110 g (4 oz) each, and shape each into a tight ball.
- Place the balls on the sheet 6 cm (2 1/2 inches) apart and press each down into a round about 9 cm (3 1/2 inches) wide. Cover and let rise for 45 minutes, until puffy.
- Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F) for the last 20 minutes of rising. Brush the buns with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 16 to 20 minutes, until deep golden. The center of a bun should read 90°C (195°F).
- Cool on a rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing so the crumb sets.
Tips
- For hot dog buns, divide the dough into 10 pieces and roll each into a 15 cm (6 inch) log. Rise and bake the same way, but for about 15 minutes.
- Brush the baked buns with melted butter for an extra soft top, and split them with a serrated knife.
Questions and answers
How do I stop homemade burger buns from being dense?
Knead until the dough is smooth and stretchy, avoid adding too much flour and let the shaped buns rise until puffy. Under-risen buns bake up tight and heavy.
Can I freeze burger buns?
Yes. Freeze the cooled buns in a bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature and warm briefly in the oven if you like.
Can I make the buns ahead and bake them later?
Yes. After shaping, cover the buns and refrigerate for up to 12 hours, then let them stand for 30 minutes before the egg wash and baking.
How long does it take to make Soft Burger Buns with Sesame Seeds?
About 53 min in total: 35 min of preparation and 18 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Soft Burger Buns with Sesame Seeds?
About 325 kcal per serving, with 10 g of protein, 50 g of carbohydrates and 9 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 325 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 415 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
