Quick and Easy Burger Buns
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
warm, about 100ºF
- 2 Tablespoons instant yeast
- 4 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 Tablespoon salt
- 1 large egg
lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 5 - 6 cups flour
see recipe notes
- 1 large egg
for egg wash
- splash of water
for egg wash
- sesame seeds for sprinkling on top
if desired
Directions
- 1
To the bowl of a stand mixer add the warm water, instant yeast and sugar. Wait until you smell a yeasty smell from the mixture which tells you the yeast is active and ready to work.
- 2
Add the lightly beaten egg, olive oil and salt to the stand mixer.
- 3
With the dough hook running, add the flour a cup at a time until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. Pinch off a chunk of dough. It should roll into a ball in your fingers with just a little bit of sticky residue remaining. If it doesn't, add a little bit more flour a few Tablespoons at a time until no more flour is needed. Knead the dough for 8 minutes until soft and tacky. Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to relax the gluten.
- 4
Lightly flour a surface and turn the dough out onto your work surface. Tip: If you'd like to let the dough bulk rise, shape the dough into a ball, splash a little oil in a bowl and lightly cover the dough with oil. Cover the dough and let rise until doubled. Then proceed with the recipe as written.
- 5
Cut the dough into twelve equal pieces. Shape each piece of dough into a ball. Pull pieces of the dough up into the center, forming a tight ball. You can see how I shape rolls here.
- 6
Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Put your hand on top of each roll and lightly push down to form a wider burger shape.
- 7
Cover the rolls and place them in a warm place to rise for 30 minutes. Sometimes I will leave them in the oven with the pilot light on (do not turn the oven on) to encourage a good, quick rise.
- 8
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 9
While the oven preheats, mix together the egg wash: crack the egg and add a splash of water. Lightly brush the egg wash over each bun. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- 10
Bake the buns for about 15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before slicing and enjoying with your burgers.
Quick and Easy Burger Buns
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About this Recipe
Tired of lackluster, store-bought burger buns that fall apart before you finish your burger? This recipe for Quick and Easy Burger Buns lets you enjoy warm, homemade buns that are ready in just about an hour, transforming your next family BBQ.
What makes these homemade burger buns special is their incredible speed and satisfying texture. Designed to be light and tender, this recipe harnesses the power of instant yeast to significantly cut down on proofing time without sacrificing the airy crumb you crave. It’s the secret to elevating any burger night from ordinary to extraordinary.
Expect to bite into a perfectly soft, subtly sweet, and rich bun that perfectly complements a juicy burger. These buns are not dense or heavy; instead, they have a delightful lightness and a golden-brown crust, thanks to a simple egg wash. If you choose to add sesame seeds, you’ll also get a lovely nutty crunch. They offer a genuine bakery-quality experience right from your own kitchen, all with straightforward ingredients.
Feel free to get creative with your toppings; poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning make delicious alternatives to sesame seeds. For a slightly richer bun, you could substitute a portion of the olive oil with melted unsalted butter. If you prefer a less sweet bun, simply reduce the amount of granulated sugar by a tablespoon or two.
These freshly baked burger buns are the ideal companion for any backyard cookout, a casual weeknight dinner, or a special occasion that calls for a truly outstanding burger.