These Soft Burger Buns are light, fluffy, and perfectly golden with a tender crumb that makes every burger even better. Using just a handful of pantry staples, this simple homemade dough creates bakery-quality buns that freeze beautifully and are perfect for sandwiches, burgers, or meal prep.

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•   325 g flour
•   195 g water (lukewarm)
•   1 tsp yeast
•   1 tsp salt
•   2 tsp butter

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the LUKEWARM WATER and YEAST. Stir until the yeast begins to dissolve.
2. Add the FLOUR and mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Add the BUTTER and SALT.
4. Use the coil-fold technique several times until the butter is fully incorporated and the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rise for about 2 HOURS, or until doubled in size.
6. Divide the dough into 4 EQUAL PORTIONS.
7. Lightly oil your work surface and gently shape each portion into a smooth ball.
8. Transfer the dough balls to a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between each bun.
9. Cover loosely with lightly oiled plastic wrap and let rest for 15 MINUTES.
10. Whisk together the EGG YOLK and MILK, then brush over each bun.
11. Sprinkle generously with SESAME SEEDS.
12. Bake at 255°F for about 25 MINUTES, or until beautifully golden brown.
13. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.