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Burger Buns

These soft, tender brioche style buns are perfect for everything from shredded BBQ sliders to big ol' burgers.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Proofing Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 35 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of water, warm (between 100-110 degrees)
  • 1/4 cup of whole milk, warm (between 100-110 degrees)
  • 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast (7 grams)
  • 500 grams of bread flour (about 4 1/4 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons of butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt
  • 1 large egg

Toppings

  • egg wash or heavy cream (for brushing)
  • sesame seeds, poppyseeds, everything bagel seasoning (optional garnishes)

Instructions

  • Combine 1 cup of warm water with 1/4 cup of warmed whole milk, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar and 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast in a small dish and set aside for 5-7 minutes or until foamy 
  • While the yeast is blooming, combine 500 grams of bread flour with 2 tablespoons of softened butter and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer and mix until combined 
  • Once the yeast mixture is foamy, add it to the flour along with a large egg and begin mixing with a dough hook on low speed 
  • Once the flour is fully incorporated, increase the mixing speed to medium and knead for 5-7 minutes adding additional flour a tablespoon at a time until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl (add no more than 1/4 cup of additional flour)
  • Transfer the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let rest in a warm place for about 60 minutes or until the dough has doubled in size
  • Once the dough has rested, divide it into 8 equal portions and shape into round balls
  • Place the balls seam side down onto a parchment lined baking sheet and repeat with the remaining portions of dough (leave 2 inches between each roll) 
  • Brush the tops of each roll with a whisked egg or some heavy cream and add any toppings you plan to add
  • Cover the buns lightly with a lightly floured kitchen towel and let rest in a warm place for about 60 minutes or until the rolls have puffed and doubled in volume
  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees 
  • Bake the rolls in a 400 degree oven for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown
  • Let the buns cool on a cooling rack before slicing 
  • Store leftovers in a bread bag or airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months