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.
