How to make the best homemade Hamburger Buns, from scratch!

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while bread flour is often cheaper.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while margarine can be a cost-effective substitute.

In a bowl, mix warm water and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.

Add the yeast mixture, warm milk, melted butter, and egg to the flour mixture.

Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions for buns.

Shape each portion into a ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cover the shaped buns with a cloth and let them rise again until doubled, about 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brush the tops of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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