Ingredients
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1 cup warm water
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2 1/4 teaspoons envelope yeast
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3 tablespoons granulated sugar
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3 1/2 - 4 cups Flour
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1 eggroom temperature, slightly beaten
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3 tablespoons Buttermelted
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1 teaspoon Salt
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1 egg yolkslightly beaten
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poppy seedssesame seeds, or caraway seeds for sprinkling
Directions
They may not be as easy as buying from the bakery… but they are so good!
How to Make Homemade Buns:
- Whisk together the water, yeast, sugar, and 1/2 cup of the flour in the bowl of a stand mixer. Allow to sit for 15 minutes.
- Add the egg, butter, salt, and an additional 3 cups of the flour. Use the kneading attachment to knead the dough for 5 minutes, or until it starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl but is still a bit tacky to the touch.
- Add additional flour, a tablespoon at a time, if the dough is too sticky.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, turning once to coat. Cover loosely with a damp towel and allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft free spot until doubled, about 90 minutes to 2 hours.
- Gently deflate the dough. Cut into 12 pieces (18 for slider size) and form into hamburger and/or hot dog shapes.
- Place on baking sheets lined with a silpat or parchment paper, cover loosely, and allow to rise until puffy, about an hour. In the meantime, preheat the oven to 350° F.
- Beat the egg yolk with 2 teaspoons of water. Lightly brush each bun with the yolk and sprinkle with desired toppings.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes or until golden brown. Move to a wire rack to cool completely.
