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Published: Jan 23, 2015 · Modified: Jun 21, 2023 by Kathy

Hamburger Buns

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A basket full of hamburger buns with sesame seeds.

Homemade hamburger buns are so much better than anything you can buy in the store.  

Round rolls topped with sesame seeds.

Make your own burger buns

Hamburger buns are so versatile. You can use them for dinner rolls (before you slice them), sandwich rolls, Sloppy Joes, and yes, hamburgers or homemade veggie burgers!

I made these hamburger buns with Sloppy Joes in mind. I don't like my buns too big. These are somewhere between a regular hamburger bun and a slider-sized bun.

I often use these buns when making Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches and  BBQ Pulled Pork. They are a perfect match.

Three hamburger buns topped with white sesame seeds.

Check out this post from Flavor the Moments on How to Grill Burgers!

A basket full of rolls with wedges of watermelon and orange soda behind the basket.

I may be the only one in my family who loves sesame seeds on my buns. It's not that they don't like them, but if they had their choice, they would go with no seeds. You can decide...with or without.

I would still use the egg wash if you decide to go without it. The egg wash gives the buns a beautiful color and sheen.

I often make a batch of hamburger buns for dinner and freeze any leftover buns. To freeze, make certain the buns are fully cooled. Place in a single layer in a freezer bag. Place the bag flat in your freezer.

To thaw, simply remove the bag and let sit at room temperature until thawed.

If you love baking your bread, you might want to try these recipes too - pretzel rolls, homemade bagels, honey oat bread, hot dog buns, and homemade pita bread. 

Sesame seeds on top of rounds buns.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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A basket lined with a blue and white napkin filled with sesame seed hamburger buns.

Hamburger Buns

Kathy Berget
Homemade hamburger buns
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 2 hours hrs
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 2 hours hrs 20 minutes mins
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 18 Buns
Calories 34 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 ½ Cups Water
  • 2 packages yeast
  • ¼ Cup Sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons Butter (softened)
  • 1 whole Egg and 1 Egg Yolk (save white for glazing buns)
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt
  • 4 ½ - 5 ½ Cups Unbleached All-Purpose Flour

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon water

Topping

  • 2 Tablespoons Sesame seeds for top of buns.

Instructions
 

  • Mix water, yeast and 1 cup flour together. Let sit for 10 minutes until mixture becomes bubbly. Mix in remaining ingredients except for sesame seeds and egg wash. Always start with the lower amount of flour. Continue adding the remaining flour as needed.
  • Knead in a stand mixer for 5 minutes, or for 10 minutes by hand.
  • Cover and let rise until doubled.
  • Gently deflate and divide dough in half. Working with one half at a time, divide into thirds and then each into thirds again.
  • Each original half will be cut into 9 equal pieces.
  • Roll each piece into a round shape.
  • Place on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, or lightly sprayed with a non-stick spray. After placing on sheet, gently press down on the top to create the hamburger bun shape. I usually let the buns rest for a couple of minutes and then press again. They seem to give a bit more and also hold their shape better.
  • Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  • Use a pastry brush and brush buns with the egg wash. Sprinkle sesame seeds across the top.
  • Heat oven to 350 and bake for 20-22 minutes.

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Nutrition

Calories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 214mgPotassium: 8mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 60IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.1mg
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Comments

  1. Donna says

    November 05, 2021 at 2:19 pm

    Hi Kathy, I can’t wait to try these…thinking of doing half with everything bagel seasoning, yum 😋. I’ve made your oatmeal banana muffins about six times and we love them and so do our neighbors lol. Thank you for sharing! Have a Happy Thanksgiving 🍁

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      November 05, 2021 at 2:21 pm

      Hi Donna,
      Thank you!!! You just can't go wrong with everything bagel seasoning! Sounds delish!!! 🙂
      Happy Thanksgiving to you too! 🙂
      Kathy

      Reply
  2. Christine says

    March 06, 2017 at 1:16 am

    I've always been too intimidated to make my own hamburger buns but this seems totally do-able. I'll have to try these out this grilling season!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 07, 2017 at 5:23 am

      Very doable! Give them a try!

      Reply
  3. Erin says

    March 05, 2017 at 5:46 pm

    These look better than store brought! Will have to try my hand at making these.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 07, 2017 at 5:23 am

      I make these whenever I can! You just can't go wrong with homemade.

      Reply
  4. Sue Ringsdorf says

    March 05, 2017 at 9:47 am

    5 stars
    What is better than making homemade hamburger buns?! These look delicious and I can't wait to try them!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 07, 2017 at 5:21 am

      I hope you give them a try!

      Reply
  5. Michelle @ The Last Food Blog says

    March 04, 2017 at 5:09 am

    These are perfect! I'm all for sesame seeds 😉

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 04, 2017 at 8:50 am

      I agree....I love sesame seeds!

      Reply
  6. Katie Crenshaw says

    March 03, 2017 at 4:36 am

    5 stars
    These look lovely, Kathy! I have never had homemade hamburger buns. Now I think I need to! YUM!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 04, 2017 at 8:51 am

      They will take your burger to a whole new level!

      Reply
  7. Elaine @ Dishes Delish says

    March 01, 2017 at 10:05 am

    I know this is probably funny but I've never thought of making my own hamburger buns! You have inspired me!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 01, 2017 at 4:22 pm

      I hope you give them a try! They are so worth the little bit of effort!

      Reply
  8. Michele says

    February 27, 2017 at 8:58 pm

    5 stars
    I think you have just made my husbands day! He will love the homemade buns... he always complains that the store-bought taste like paper...

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      February 28, 2017 at 5:11 am

      These are definitely full of flavor! I hope he love these homemade buns!

      Reply
  9. Heather - Butter&Burlap says

    March 18, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    Whaaa?! Homemade hamburger buns?! My burgers just took a giant leap forward to flavor town! I've never attempted homemade buns before but these look like real winners! This recipe will without a doubt come in handy this summer. Mmmm can't wait!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 18, 2015 at 4:41 pm

      Just think how impressed everyone will be with you!

      Reply
  10. Suzi says

    February 16, 2015 at 8:21 pm

    Made these on our snow/sleet day! I didn't have sesame seeds, so I used Chia seeds on top instead. Can't wait until tonight's burgers!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      February 16, 2015 at 9:42 pm

      Chia seeds! What a clever idea. Let me know how they turn out. Hope you enjoy your snow day!

      Reply
      • Suzi says

        February 17, 2015 at 1:37 am

        The buns were the BEST ever! A hit with everyone! I'm already thinking of what kind of sandwich I can make with them for tomorrow's lunch. And I used the bread machine to knead the dough, so they were easy to make.

      • Kathy says

        February 16, 2015 at 7:00 pm

        So glad they turned out. I love that you used the bread machine!

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