Hey y’all! Today, I’m excited to share with you a recipe that’s all about putting a little love into your kitchen—Belle’s Hamburger Buns. Nothing hits quite like a homemade bun, especially when you’re stacking up your favorite fillings. So, roll up your sleeves, and let’s get to work!
Belle’s Hamburger Buns
These buns are soft, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweet. Perfect for your next barbecue or family dinner, they’ll elevate any burger you throw between them. Let’s dive into what you need and how to whip these up!
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast (about 2 ¼ teaspoons)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- Sesame seeds for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it’s frothy. This means your yeast is alive and kickin’!
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the melted butter, the frothy yeast mixture, and the egg. Mix until everything comes together to form a sticky dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic. If it’s too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide it into 8 equal pieces and shape them into balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space in between them to expand.
- Cover the dough balls with a cloth and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes until they puff up.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you like, brush the tops of the buns with a little melted butter and sprinkle some sesame seeds on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they’re golden brown. Keep an eye on them; you want that perfect golden crust!
- Once baked, let them cool on a wire rack. Slice them open, throw in your juicy burger and all the fixings, and enjoy!
There you have it! Belle’s Hamburger Buns will have everyone asking for seconds. Trust me, once you make these bad boys, you won’t want to go back to store-bought. Happy cooking, folks!