Quick and Easy Hamburger Bun Recipe

This quick and easy hamburger bun recipe will make you never buy store bought buns again. It’s made with just a few simple ingredients making it much healthier than conventional buns which are loaded with preservatives and sugar. 

Commit this recipe to memory and whip them up anytime you need a fluffy bun. 

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Quick and Easy Hamburger Buns

Baking with sourdough is always ideal because it’s much healthier and easier to digest. 

However, the time it takes to ferment sourdough buns can often be inconvenient. This is especially true if you’re putting a last minute meal on the table.

In our home, homemade is always better than store bought, so this quick bun recipe is perfect when you’re short on time. You can whip them up in as little as 40 minutes. 

This quick and easy hamburger bun recipe is also easily modified for sandwich bread, hotdog buns, or dinner rolls. The possibilities are really endless. 

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

They’re easy to make! This recipe is a no frills bread recipe that anyone can do. Simple add all the ingredients to a bowl and mix. 

It uses simple ingredients. Store Bought breads have a lot of ingredients, many of them you’ve never heard of or can’t pronounce. This recipe uses simple, safe ingredients you most likely already have. 

What You’ll Need To Make These Quick and Easy Hamburger Buns

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Equipment

• Large mixing bowl 
• Measuring cups and spoons 
• Stand mixer with dough hook (optional) 
• Parchment paper
• Sheet pan or casserole dish 

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm water 
• 2 ¼ teaspoons yeast 
• 2 tablespoons organic cane sugar or honey
• 1 ½ tsp salt 
• 1 beaten egg 
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 3 ½ cups organic flour 

Directions

Begin by combining 1 cup warm water with 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) of yeast, and 2 tablespoons of sugar in a mixing bowl. 

Let the mixture bloom for around 5-7 minutes. 

Next, add 1 ½  tsp salt, 1 beaten egg, ¼ cup melted butter, and 3 ½ cups flour to the bowl.  

If you have a stand mixer with a dough hook, knead the mixture for around 4 minutes on medium speed. You can also knead the mixture by hand if you don’t have a dough hook. 

You want the dough to come together and pull away from the sides of the bowl. 

After kneading turn the dough out on a lightly floured surface, and shape it into a disc. 

Divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Shape each part into a ball. You can also shape it into more of a log if you are making hotdog buns. 

Place the dough balls onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. 

Cover it with a damp towel and allow it to rise for 10-30 minutes depending on the time you have. 

Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 400° F. 

Once the dough has risen, bake it in the oven for around 10 minutes or until the tops of the buns are golden. 

Brush the tops with melted butter. You can also add sesame or poppy seeds if you like. 

Slice the buns in half and serve them warm or toasted. 

Helpful Tips

Let The Dough Rest If You Have Time

After adding all the ingredients together, let the dough rest for 10 minutes prior to kneading it. This isn’t an essential step and it’s one I often skip. However, it does make for a fluffier bun. 

Letting It Rise For at Least 30 Minutes is Optimal

If you have time, let the buns rise for at least 30 minutes in a warm prior to baking. Again this isn’t an essential step. A 10 minute rise is also acceptable. 

Make a Double Batch and Freeze the Buns

While you’re baking, make it a double. You can freeze the baked buns for later. When you need them, simply thaw them out and give them a light toast in the oven. 

Make Sure Your Yeast Is In Date

You’ll need good, quick rising yeast for this recipe. Expired yeast will not rise as efficiently as yeast that is in date.

Add Extra Flour As Needed

You do not want this dough to be too sticky. If you live in an area with higher humidity, you may need to add extra flour. Increase flour by 1/4 cup increments until it pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

FAQs on Making Quick and Easy Hamburger Buns

What kind of flour should I use to make these buns?

All purpose flour is best, but you could also use bread flour. I sometimes like to use half and half to get the benefits of both. 

How can I get golden brown tops like store-bought buns?

To get golden brown tops, simple brush the tops with an egg-wash prior to baking. You can also add your sesame seeds or poppy seeds at this time too.

Final Thoughts on a Perfect Quick and Easy Hamburger Bun Recipe

You are going to love this quick and easy hamburger bun recipe! It will be your go-to whenever you need a delicious bun for those summer cookouts. 

Whip these up and impress your family with your delicious homemade buns.

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