Beautiful Burger Buns Recipe

Elevate your burgers with these incredibly soft and fluffy homemade buns! This recipe, originally from the King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion (via bakingcircle.com and Ellen Dill), is worth the time investment. Get ready for the most delicious burger experience of your life! These buns are perfect for grilling season and will impress your family and friends.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 248.3 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.5 (33 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beautiful Burger Buns

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 0 onion powder
  • 0 dried onion flakes
  • oil (for greasing bowl)
  • milk (for brushing buns)

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How to Make Beautiful Burger Buns

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add 1 large egg and 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted. Whisk to combine.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or a stand mixer with a dough hook until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add more flour if needed to prevent sticking.
  6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  7. Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
  8. Shape each piece into a smooth ball. Place the buns onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each.
  9. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  11. Brush the tops of the buns with milk or an egg wash for a golden brown finish.
  12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  13. Let the buns cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

10g

Carbs

15g

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