The PERFECT Homemade Hamburger Buns, Soft, Fluffy and Irresistible

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.

Mix 1 cup of warm water with a sprinkle of sugar and 2 1/4 teaspoons of active dry yeast, then add 1/4 cup of flour and let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.

In another bowl, mix 1 egg, the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter (or olive oil).

Combine the yeast mixture with 1 cup of the 3 cups of flour, then gradually add the remaining flour one cup at a time, mixing with a wooden spoon.

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and knead the dough for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.

Let the dough rise in a lightly oiled bowl covered with plastic wrap or cloth for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.

Punch down the dough, divide it into 8 portions, and shape each into a round bun.

Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet, ensuring they have space, and let them rise for another hour.

Brush the tops of the buns with an egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter before serving.

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