Sesame Topped Burger Buns
Soft, light, and delicious burger buns perfect for any hamburger.
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- •100 grams MilkWarm to 40°C (104°F)
- •100 grams WaterWarm to 40°C (104°F)
- •2 tablespoons SugarDissolve in warm milk and water
- •2 EggsEach egg should weigh around 50 grams, or substitute with 100 grams of milk
- •2 teaspoons YeastEnsure yeast is active
- •500 grams Bread flour
- •1 teaspoon SaltSprinkle over flour
- •50 grams ButterSoftened
- •1 teaspoon Vegetable oilFor oiling bowl
- •Sesame seedsFor topping
- •Egg wash(optional)For brushing, can substitute with milk
- 1
Warm milk and water to 40°C (104°F).
2 min
- 2
Dissolve sugar in the warm milk and water mixture.
1 min
- 3
Add eggs to the mixture and mix well. If not using eggs, add 100 grams of milk instead.
2 min
- 4
Add yeast to the mixture and let it proof for 10 minutes.
10 min
- 5
In a stand mixer, combine the yeast mixture, bread flour, salt, and softened butter.
5 min
- 6
Knead the dough on medium-fast speed for 7-8 minutes until it pulls away from the bowl.
8 min
- 7
Oil a large bowl with vegetable oil and place the dough in it to proof for 45 minutes.
45 min
- 8
Knock back the dough, form into a ball, and proof again for 30 minutes.
30 min
- 9
Divide the dough into 12 portions, 6 at 100 grams each for rings and 6 at 85 grams each for a bun tin.
10 min
- 10
Shape each portion into a ball and place in greased molds or tins. Proof for 40 minutes.
40 min
- 11
Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F).
10 min
- 12
Brush buns with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
5 min
- 13
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
25 min
- 14
Cool on a wire rack before serving.
10 min
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