Homemade hamburger buns are so much better than anything you can buy in the store.
Hamburger buns are so versatile. You can use them for dinner rolls (before you slice them), sandwich rolls, Sloppy Joes, and yes, hamburgers.
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.
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. The egg wash gives the buns a beautiful color and sheen.
I often make a batch of the hamburger buns for dinner and freeze any leftover buns. To freeze, make certain buns are fully cooled. Place in a single layer in a freezer bag. Place bag flat in your freezer.
To thaw, simply remove bag and let sit at room temperature until thawed.
If you love baking your own bread, you might want to try these recipes too - pretzel rolls, homemade bagels, honey oat bread, hot dog buns and homemade pita bread.
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
Check out all my bread recipes!
Hamburger Buns
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
- ¼ cup 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.
Donna says
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 🍁
Kathy says
Hi Donna,
Thank you!!! You just can't go wrong with everything bagel seasoning! Sounds delish!!! 🙂
Happy Thanksgiving to you too! 🙂
Kathy
Christine says
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!
Kathy says
Very doable! Give them a try!
Erin says
These look better than store brought! Will have to try my hand at making these.
Kathy says
I make these whenever I can! You just can't go wrong with homemade.
Sue Ringsdorf says
What is better than making homemade hamburger buns?! These look delicious and I can't wait to try them!
Kathy says
I hope you give them a try!
Michelle @ The Last Food Blog says
These are perfect! I'm all for sesame seeds 😉
Kathy says
I agree....I love sesame seeds!
Katie Crenshaw says
These look lovely, Kathy! I have never had homemade hamburger buns. Now I think I need to! YUM!
Kathy says
They will take your burger to a whole new level!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
I know this is probably funny but I've never thought of making my own hamburger buns! You have inspired me!
Kathy says
I hope you give them a try! They are so worth the little bit of effort!
Michele says
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...
Kathy says
These are definitely full of flavor! I hope he love these homemade buns!
Heather - Butter&Burlap says
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!
Kathy says
Just think how impressed everyone will be with you!
Suzi says
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!
Kathy says
Chia seeds! What a clever idea. Let me know how they turn out. Hope you enjoy your snow day!
Suzi says
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
So glad they turned out. I love that you used the bread machine!