Sourdough Brioche Buns
Ingredients
- 100 gsourdough starter (fed and bubbly
- 540 gbread flour
- 2eggs (around 45g each
room temp
- 120 gsalted butter (soft
- 200 gmilk (whole milk
- 50 gsugar
- 10 gsalt
- 1egg (plus 1 tbsp water to use as egg wash
- butter (extra for brushing after baked
Directions
- 1
Warm milk to around 37C (you don't want it to be cold, but not too warm either). Add the milk and sugar to the bowl of your stand mixer and mix until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2
Now add the sourdough starter, flour and eggs to the bowl. Mix into a rough dough and let it sit for around 30 minutes.
- 3
Once the dough has sat for a little while, add the butter and salt and use the stand mixer to knead it really well. You want the butter to mix all the way through and the dough to become very soft and elastic.Depending on the type of mixer you use, this could take 3 minutes, it could take 20 minutes.
- 4
Once the dough is silky and elastic (it can be slightly sticky but you should be able to pull a window pane). It should be pulling away from the sides of the bowl. Transfer the dough into a large bowl for bulk fermentation. Cover with plastic and set aside.
- 5
Once the dough has risen a bit (it doesn't have to double, 50% rise is ok in this instance) you'll need to shape the brioche dough into buns or rolls.
- 6
Turn the dough onto the counter and divide into equal portions. I have used 50g portions for these buns, but you can decide to use whatever portion you'd like.
- 7
Use the instructions in the post above for shaping (you can make braided buns, round burger buns, hot dog buns etc).
- 8
Place the buns onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper and allow them to proof. Cover them with plastic wrap and place them on the counter to get all puffy.
- 9
Once the buns are puffy, it's time to bake them.
- 10
Preheat the oven to 180C.
- 11
While the oven is preheating, mix an egg with 1 tablespoon of water and brush the buns generously with this egg wash.
- 12
Bake the buns for around 15 minutes or until they are golden brown. Cooking time will depend on your specific oven (you might need to increase the temp or time accordingly).
- 13
Once they are out of the oven, brush them with lashings of butter and allow to cool.
Sourdough Brioche Buns
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About this Recipe
Craving a batch of incredibly soft, rich, and tangy rolls that elevate any meal? These sourdough brioche buns are your answer, offering a delightful twist on a classic that's perfect for any occasion. Forget bland bread; this recipe brings a depth of flavor and a texture you'll adore.What makes these sourdough rolls truly special is the harmonious blend of a vibrant, bubbly sourdough starter with generous amounts of salted butter and whole milk. The sourdough lends a subtle depth of flavor, beautifully balancing the richness for a bun that’s fantastic on its own, and even better for your favorite hamburgers or hotdogs. This careful combination ensures a remarkably tender crumb and a golden finish.Prepare to enjoy a wonderfully airy and tender crumb with a golden, slightly chewy crust that gives way to a melt-in-your-mouth interior. Each bite of these brioche buns offers a luxurious, buttery taste complemented by that signature hint of sourdough tang, making them far from ordinary. You'll find these buns deliver a satisfying experience, perfect for slathering with extra butter and jam, or as the robust foundation for a gourmet burger. The dough, enriched with eggs and sugar, bakes into a delightful golden brown, promising both visual appeal and incredible taste. This recipe yields a generous 12 servings, so you'll have plenty to share with family and friends.One of the best parts about these sourdough brioche buns is their versatility in shaping. You can easily form them into classic round rolls for dinner, or shape them specifically as sturdy hamburger buns or elongated hotdog buns to upgrade your next backyard barbecue. Feel free to experiment with different sizes to suit your specific needs, whether for sliders, larger sandwiches, or simply smaller dinner rolls.These buttery sourdough rolls are a treat any time of day, fantastic served warm with a simple spread of butter and jam. They're also an ideal choice for elevating your weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings when used as robust and flavorful buns for hamburgers and hotdogs, truly making any sandwich special.