How to Make Burger Buns | Homemade Recipe

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while bread flour can enhance texture.

Activate yeast in warm water with sugar until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.

Add activated yeast mixture, eggs, and milk to the flour mixture.

Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Incorporate softened butter gradually while kneading until fully absorbed.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the risen dough and divide into equal portions.

Shape each portion into a ball and flatten slightly.

Place shaped dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

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