Gourmet Hamburger Buns

Elevate your burger night with these pillowy-soft Gourmet Hamburger Buns, crafted with pantry staples for a bakery-quality experience. Made with warm whole milk, a touch of sugar, and rich butter, these buns are perfectly tender, light, and flavorful—ideal for holding all your favorite burger toppings. The dough is kneaded to a smooth, elastic perfection, then baked to golden-brown bliss with the option of a sesame-seed garnish for added texture and visual appeal. With just 20 minutes of hands-on prep and simple instructions, these homemade hamburger buns are a must-try for anyone looking to upgrade their grilling game. Whether for classic cheeseburgers, veggie burgers, or even pulled pork, these buns will quickly become your go-to recipe for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 240 ml Warm whole milk
• 2.25 tsp Active dry yeast
• 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 450 g All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Salt
• 45 g Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 unit Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp Water (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the warm whole milk, active dry yeast, and granulated sugar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture, softened unsalted butter, and large egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment for 5–6 minutes on medium speed.

Step 5

Lightly grease a large bowl with oil and place the dough inside. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring enough space between them.

Step 7

Cover the shaped dough balls with a clean towel and let them rise again for 30–40 minutes, or until puffy.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create the egg wash. Gently brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds over them if desired.

Step 10

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown. Rotate the baking sheet halfway through if necessary for even baking.

Step 11

Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	913.6 grams (913.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2472

Total Fat 67.80g	87%
Saturated Fat 33.30g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 495mg	165%
Sodium 2612mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 388.50g	141%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 39.20g
Protein 73.50g	147%

Vitamin D 230IU	1150%
Calcium 584mg	45%
Iron 26mg	142%
Potassium 1184mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.8%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 63.2%