30 Minute Hamburger Buns From Scratch! Recipe

Name: 30 Minute Hamburger Buns From Scratch!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 egg beaten; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups whole wheat flour; 1 cup bread flour; 1 egg beaten, for egg wash; 1/4 cup sesame seeds for sprinkling on top*

Servings: persons

1
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
2
In a large bowl, activate yeast by adding it to warm water and add oil and sugar and let stand for 5 minutes.
3
Stir in the egg and salt.
4
Add the whole wheat flour and mix well. Then gradually add the last cup of bread flour until a soft dough forms. If it's still very sticky, add a bit more flour until it's nice and soft.
5
Turn onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 3-5 minutes.
6
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
7
Place 3 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise for 15-20 minutes.
8
Brush each bun with egg and then sprinkle on sesame seeds or toppings of choice.
9
Bake buns for 7-10 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on wire rack.
10
*Or poppy seeds, dried onion flakes, whatever you'd like!

613

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, 30 Minute Hamburger Buns From Scratch! falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

30 Minute Hamburger Buns From Scratch!

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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