Homemade Buns
Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to these incredibly soft, fluffy homemade buns. This straightforward recipe is perfect for beginners and yields bakery-quality results every time. They’re the perfect base for your favorite burgers, sandwiches, or to serve as delicious dinner rolls.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: Approx. 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 buns
- Category: Bread, Baking
- Cuisine: American / International
Ingredients
Yeast Activation:
- Yeast: 1 tbsp instant or active dry
- Warm Water: 1/2 cup (105-110°F or 40-43°C)
- Sugar: 1 tsp granulated
Dough:
- Warm Water: 2 cups
- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup, melted
- Granulated Sugar: 1/3 cup
- Salt: 1 tbsp
- All-Purpose Flour: 6 – 7 cups, plus more for dusting
- Melted Butter: 1-2 tbsp, for brushing
Instructions
- Proof the Yeast: In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/2 cup warm water, yeast, and 1 tsp sugar. Let it stand for 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy. If it doesn’t foam, your yeast is likely inactive, and you should start over with fresh yeast.
- Mix the Dough: In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the 2 cups warm water, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1/3 cup sugar, and salt. Stir in the foamy yeast mixture.
- Knead: Attach a dough hook and gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, until the dough pulls away from the sides of the bowl. The dough should be soft and slightly tacky, but not sticky. Knead with the hook for 5-7 minutes (or by hand on a floured surface for 10-15 minutes) until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free spot for about 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape and Second Rise: Gently deflate the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between them. Let them rise again, uncovered, for 30-60 minutes until they look puffy.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the buns for 18-22 minutes, until they are an even, light golden-brown. Immediately brush the tops of the hot buns with a little melted butter for a soft crust and irresistible shine. Let them cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: These are the ultimate burger buns! They’re also fantastic for pulled pork sandwiches, sloppy joes, or served as a side with soup and salad.
- Tips & Tricks: For perfectly even buns, use a kitchen scale to weigh your dough portions. Don’t add too much flour; a slightly tacky dough is the secret to a light and fluffy texture. For a deeper brown, shiny crust, brush the buns with an egg wash (1 egg + 1 tbsp milk) before baking.
- Storage & Reheating: Store completely cooled buns in an airtight bag at room temperature for up to 3 days. Avoid the refrigerator, as it can make them stale. For longer storage, slice the buns and freeze them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Reheat frozen halves directly in the toaster or in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes.
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