Here’s a simple recipe for soft, homemade Hamburger Buns—perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or sliders.
Ingredients (Makes 8 buns)
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F / 43°C)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- Optional topping: sesame seeds
Instructions
- Activate yeast:
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
- Make the dough:
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
- Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead:
- Knead on a floured surface 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First rise:
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled.
- Shape buns:
- Punch down dough, divide into 8 equal pieces, and shape into round buns.
- Place on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Second rise:
- Cover and let rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
- Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Optional: brush tops with milk or egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.
- Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool:
- Remove from oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Tips & Variations
- For extra soft buns, replace half the milk with yogurt or buttermilk.
- Add a pinch of garlic or onion powder for a savory flavor.
- Freeze baked buns for up to 3 months; thaw and warm before serving.
✅ Serving Idea: Perfect for classic hamburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, or breakfast sliders.
I can also give a quick no-yeast hamburger bun recipe that’s ready in under 30 minutes if you want a faster version.
