Quick Hamburger Buns

Soft, fluffy homemade hamburger buns made with simple pantry ingredients and ready in about 40 minutes. Perfect for burgers, sandwiches, or even dinner rolls.

Course Dinner Recipes

Cuisine American

Keyword bread, bun, buns, hamburger, quick and easy, roll

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Rise Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings to 12 buns

Calories 139kcal

Author Jesseca

Ingredients

2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
3½ to 4 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
Stir in the oil, sugar, egg, and salt. Add the flour one cup at a time until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough for about 5 minutes, either by hand or with a dough hook, until smooth.
Cover and let the dough rest for 30–45 minutes for soft, fluffy buns. (Shorter rise = denser buns.)
Divide into 10–12 equal pieces. Shape each into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath. Place on a lined baking sheet.
Optional rest: Let shaped buns rest for 10–20 minutes for extra lift.
Preheat oven to 425°F. Brush tops with egg wash if desired. Bake 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Reduce yeast slightly and extend rise time if you prefer a less “yeasty” flavor.
Swap vegetable oil for avocado oil or melted butter for a richer taste.
For best results, bake on the center rack using a light-colored pan.
Dough can be divided smaller for sliders or shaped into rolls.
For a softer texture, substitute part of the water with warm milk.

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