I Made Joshua Weissman's Perfect Burger Buns... But Better?

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds more nutrients, while bread flour can be more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine can be less expensive.

Prepare the tangzhong by mixing 9 tablespoons of flour with 40ml of water and 6 tablespoons of whole milk, then cook until thickened.

In a large bowl, combine the tangzhong with 180ml of whole milk, 12g of yeast, 500g of bread flour, 8g of sea salt, 45g of granulated sugar, 2 whole eggs, and 60g of softened butter.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

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

Shape each portion into a ball and place on a baking sheet.

Cover and let rise again until puffy.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brush the tops with an egg wash made from 1 medium egg and a splash of milk.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

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