Here’s a straightforward recipe for soft, fluffy Sesame Seed Burger Buns with that perfect golden top sprinkled with sesame seeds — great for homemade burgers or sandwiches!
🍔🥯 Sesame Seed Burger Buns
🕒 Total Time: About 2.5 hours (including rising)
🍽️ Makes: 8 buns
🍞 Texture: Soft, slightly chewy with a tender crumb
🧂 Ingredients:
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1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
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2 tbsp sugar
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2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
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3 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
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1 tsp salt
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2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg
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2 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
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2 tbsp sesame seeds
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Activate yeast:
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Make the dough:
In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.
Add melted butter, egg, and the yeast mixture.
Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Knead:
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
If dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, a tablespoon at a time.
4. First rise:
Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap.
Let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
5. Shape buns:
Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a round ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Flatten each ball slightly with your palm.
6. Second rise:
Cover loosely and let rise for 30–40 minutes, until puffy.
7. Prepare egg wash & add seeds:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix milk and a beaten egg for egg wash. Brush buns gently.
Sprinkle sesame seeds generously on top.
8. Bake:
Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Cool and serve:
Let buns cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
🔄 Tips & Variations:
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Brush with melted butter after baking for extra softness.
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Add a teaspoon of honey to the dough for a subtle sweetness.
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For a whole wheat version, substitute half the flour with whole wheat flour.
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Toast buns lightly before serving for extra flavor.