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Brioche Burger Buns Recipe

Soft, buttery, and easy to make at home, brioche burger buns make burger night even better. Use these pillowy buns for juicy burgers, delectable sandwiches, or for a snack with butter and jam.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Rise Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Bread
Keyword: BBQ, burger buns, easy baking, easy bread recipe, grilling, potluck recipe, summer
Servings: 8 buns
Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef

Equipment

  • standing mixer
  • Parchment Paper
  • Half Sheet Pan
  • Dough Scraper
  • Basting Brush

Ingredients

  • 3 1/4 cups bread flour, plus more for dusting the counter (400 grams)
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 2 1/4 teaspoon package instant or “fast-acting” yeast
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, divided
  • white sesame seeds, for topping (optional)

Instructions

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  • Add the water, butter, and 1 of the eggs (reserve the other). Turn the mixer on, starting on low and then gradually increasing the speed to medium-high. Mix until the dough comes together and starts to slap against the sides of the bowl, 6 to 8 minutes. The dough will be very sticky, but resist the temptation to add more flour.
  • Cover the bowl and let the dough rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Use a dough scraper to divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Working with one piece of dough at a time, roll it into a smooth ball, tucking the ends underneath to create some tension on the surface. Place the dough balls seam-side down on the prepared pan, leaving space between each.
  • Leave the dough out at warm room temperature to rise until doubled in size again, about 30 minutes more.
  • When the dough is nearly at the end of the second rise time, preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Beat the remaining egg and brush it over the tops of the buns. Sprinkle the surface of the buns with sesame seeds.
  • Bake, rotating the pan halfway through baking, until the tops are deep golden brown, 15 to 17 minutes.
  • Transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

Knowing how to store brioche burger buns is easy. While these light and buttery buns are best enjoyed the day you bake them, you can also store them in an airtight container for up to 6 months in the freezer. When you're ready to use them with your favorite burger or sandwich recipe, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 382mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg