Beautiful Burger Buns Recipe

Ingredients for Beautiful Burger Buns

• 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
• Butter
• 1 large egg
• Unbleached Flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar (1 tablespoon in the yeast mixture, 1 tablespoon with the flour)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Quick Rising Yeast
• Onion Powder
• Dried Onion Flakes

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.