These Homemade Hamburger Buns are soft, fluffy, and sturdy enough to hold up to any burger or sandwich you stack between them. Slightly sweet with a rich buttery flavor, they're everything a burger bun should be, and once you've had them fresh from your own oven, there's no going back to store bought!
This recipe is a staple in our house, especially when I'm making my Sloppy Joes or planning a cookout with my Steakhouse burger for the family. Inspired by the simplicity of my Quick Dinner Rolls, these burger buns are my go-to for soft reliable homemade bread that's perfect every time.
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Why You'll Love These Hamburger Buns
Soft and sturdy: They don't fall apart when you build a big sandwich.
Customizable: You can top them with whatever you like or leave them plain.
That fresh baked aroma: There is nothing like the smell of homemade bread to bring everyone to the table.
Key Ingredients
Bread Flour: High protein helps develop gluten, giving the buns structure and chew.
Eggs: Add richness and contribute to the soft texture.
Butter: Brings buttery flavor and softness to the crumb.
Sugar: Feeds the yeast and gives the buns a slight sweetness.
Salt: Balances flavor and strengthens the dough.
Instant Yeast: The rising agent that makes these buns light and fluffy.
Ingredient Substitutions
- All-purpose flour can be used instead of bread flour (expect slightly less structure).
- Active dry yeast (4-½ teaspoons) can replace instant yeast. Just proof it first.
- Top it your way: Use sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning or skp the seeds and brush with butter.
Recipe Variations
- Mini sliders: Divide the dough smaller for bite-sized buns.
- Milk for water: Swap in milk for an extra soft and rich texture.
- Molded buns: Try a hamburger bun pan for perfect shape every time.
Top Tips for Soft Buns
- Be patient with the rise. Let the rolls double in size at room temperature.
- Don't skip the egg wash if you're using seeds, it helps them stick.
- Check your oven temp with a thermometer to avoid under or over baking.
Storage
Keep leftover buns in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, let them thaw and warm for 10 seconds in the microwave.
Serve with...
Classic cheeseburgers: Top with melted cheddar, lettuce, tomato, and a dollop of homemade Ranch Dressing.
Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Pile on tangy pulled pork and drizzle with Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette for a sweet and spicy kick.
Veggie Burgers: Serve with a Spicy Black Bean Burger and avocado for a flavorful vegetarian choice.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Hamburger Buns
Equipment
- Stand mixer (optional)
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Ingredients
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 2 large large eggs room temperature
- 3½ cups bread flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
Instructions
- In the bowl of a stand mixer with a mixing paddle, add 1 cup of the bread flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Add the water to the flour mixture and stir. Stir in the melted butter, 1 whole egg, and 1 egg yolk. reserve the egg white for the egg wash. Mix until combined.
- Swap out the mixing paddle for a dough hook. Gradually add the remaining flour until soft ball forms. The dough should not be sticky and will pull away from the side of the mixing bowl. Continue to knead the dough until it is soft and smooth.
- Clean the mixing bowl and lightly coat it with oil or cooking spray. Add the dough to the mixing bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rise 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide the dough into 8 pieces. Roll the dough pieces out into a ball shape then flatten with the palm of your hand.
- Place the roll on a baking sheet lined with a Silpat or with sheets of parchment paper. Allow the hamburger buns to rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Whisk the remaining egg white until frothy. Brush the burger buns with the egg wash and then sprinkle with the desired topping.
- Bake the buns for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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