Soft and Delicious Homemade Hamburger Buns Recipe

This homemade hamburger bun recipe will take your burger game to the next level. These buns are super soft, flavorful, and perfect for any burger or sandwich. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe will ensure you never go back to store-bought buns again. They are easy to make and are the perfect addition to your next barbecue or cookout. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with your homemade burger buns!

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 egg white, beaten
• Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional)

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for about 5 minutes or until foamy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and beaten egg. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
3. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a clean kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball. Place the balls on a greased baking sheet, leaving enough space between each ball. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
6. Brush the risen buns with beaten egg white and sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds on top, if desired. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let the buns cool on a wire rack before slicing and using for your favorite hamburgers or sandwiches.

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