Description
Soft, fluffy, and golden homemade hamburger buns that elevate any burger or sandwich. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re easy to bake and incredibly versatile.
Ingredients
1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
3 – 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Optional: sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the warm water and sugar, then sprinkle the yeast over it. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in 1 cup of flour, salt, egg, and oil until smooth.
- Add the remaining flour gradually—about ½ cup at a time—until the dough pulls away from the sides and is slightly sticky.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Punch down the dough, divide it into 8 equal portions, and shape into balls.
- Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten each one slightly. Cover loosely and let rise for 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the egg wash by whisking 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the tops of the buns with the wash and sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
- Bake the buns for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Swap half the all-purpose flour for whole wheat for a heartier bun.
Add an extra tablespoon of sugar for a sweeter version.
Mix in herbs or garlic for a savory flavor twist.
Divide into 12–14 portions for slider buns.
Top with poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning for variety.
Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.
To reheat, wrap in foil and warm at 300°F for 10 minutes or toast directly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
