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    Home » Recipes » Bread and Loaf

    Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns

    Published on August 2, 2020 - Updated on January 11, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns are so much better than store bought. There's nothing like a fresh out of the oven to go with your burger!
     
    homemade sesame hamburger buns

    Sure you can buy buns from the grocery store but there is nothing like Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns. If you don't mind working with dough you will love this recipe.

    sesame buns ready to be baked
    Sesame Hamburger Buns ready for the Oven

    Since these buns need a total of 3 hours worth of rising and proofing, make sure you plan ahead so they are ready in time for when your burgers are done. Once baked, the buns should be eaten within 2 days or you will need to freeze them.

    hamburger buns fresh out of the oven
    Hamburger Buns fresh out of the Oven

    🍞 What is Rising & Proofing

    Rising is the process where carbon dioxide makes the dough rise and develop flavor. Put the dough in a lightly oiled bowl (olive oil or non-stick spray) and cover with a tea towel or plastic wrap. The dough should be left in a warm location until it has doubled in size.

    Proofing basically means the last rise of the dough in its final shape (e.g bun, loaf, etc.) before baking. Many factors come into play for how long it will take to prove the dough. You can tell when the dough is ready for baking when the dough springs back after you gently press the dough with your finger.

    homemade sesame hamburger buns
    homemade sesame hamburger buns
    homemade sesame hamburger buns

    For more great recipes with Sesame Seeds, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
    • Spicy Sesame Ramen Noodles
    • Slow Cooker Orange Chicken
    • Delicious Sesame Chicken

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Active Yeast, Warm Water, All Purpose Flour, Egg(s), Unsalted Butter, White Sugar, Salt, Milk and Sesame Seeds.

    🥣 How to make Homemade Hamburger Buns

    In the bowl of your stand mixer, stir together the yeast, water and ½ cup of all purpose flour. Let the mixture sit until it becomes foamy, 10 to 15 minutes.
    Add the melted butter, one egg, sugar and salt into the yeast mixture. Add 2 ½ cups of flour and knead with a dough hook until all the flour has been incorporated. If the dough remains very sticky, continue adding the remaining ½ cup of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough is smooth and elastic, and just stops sticking to the bottom of the bowl.
    Form dough into a smooth ball and brush lightly with oil. Place in a lightly greased covered bowl and let rise for about 2 hours, until doubled in size.
    Form dough into a log and cut into 10 equal pieces (I like to use my kitchen scale). Form each piece into a ball, tucking the seams underneath as much as possible. Slightly flatten the ball with the palm of your hand so it looks like a hamburger bun.
    Place dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment about ½" apart. Allow to proof for about 1 hour, until doubled.
    Heat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining egg and milk. Lightly brush the egg mixture on top of each bun. Immediately sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    Bake buns for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.

    Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns

    Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns

    These Homemade Sesame Hamburger Buns are so much better than store bought. There's nothing like a fresh out of the oven to go with your burger!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Resting Time 3 hrs
    Total Time 3 hrs 45 mins
    Course Bread Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10 buns
    Calories 218 kcal

    Equipment

    • Baking Sheet
    • Stand Mixer

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 ¼ teaspoon Active Dry Yeast
    • 1 Cup Water, 105°F
    • 3 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour, divided
    • 2 Eggs, divided
    • 3 tablespoon Unsalted Butter, melted
    • 2 tablespoon White Sugar
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 1 tablespoon Milk
    • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds, optional
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    Instructions
     

    • In the bowl of your stand mixer, stir together the yeast, water and ½ cup of all purpose flour. Let the mixture sit until it becomes foamy, 10 to 15 minutes.
    • Add the melted butter, one egg, sugar and salt into the yeast mixture. Add 2 ½ cups of flour and knead with a dough hook until all the flour has been incorporated. If the dough remains very sticky, continue adding the remaining ½ cup of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time until the dough is smooth and elastic, and just stops sticking to the bottom of the bowl.
    • Form dough into a smooth ball and brush lightly with oil. Place in a lightly greased covered bowl and let rise for about 2 hours, until doubled in size.
    • Form dough into a log and cut into 10 equal pieces (I like to use my kitchen scale). Form each piece into a ball, tucking the seams underneath. Slightly flatten the ball with the palm of your hand so it looks like a hamburger bun.
    • Place dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment about ½" apart. Allow to proof for about 1 hour, until doubled.
    • Heat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, whisk together the remainingn egg and milk. Lightly brush the egg mixture on top of each bun. Immediately sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    • Bake buns for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool before slicing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 6gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 157IUCalcium: 16mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. G-Ma

      August 02, 2020 at 1:13 pm

      I made these buns yesterday as I had forgotten to buy some and was having company that day and did not want to leave the house. They were absolutely delicious. Company were asking me at what bakery I had purchased them, as they were so fresh and tasty. In the end I had to tell them they were home made. Such a hit. Will definitely make them again. I did not have any left so I could not freeze any, but next time, I will make a double batch and freeze.
      Excellent.

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