Quick and Easy Hamburger Buns

Super soft, airy and perfectly golden burger buns with a rich, tender crumb.

Sometimes you just need hamburger buns fast — without sacrificing flavor or texture. These enriched buns are light, fluffy, and slightly sweet, perfect for everything from classic burgers to pulled pork sandwiches. The best part? You can have them mixed, baked, and cooling on your counter in less than an hour. No long rise, no complicated steps — just a quick, reliable recipe that delivers every time.

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Equipment Needed

• Mixer

• Scale

• Baking sheet

• Parchment paper

• Food thermometer

• Pastry brush

Ingredients For The Dough for 16 buns

• 760 grams (6 cups) of bread flour (100%)

• 36 grams (3 tablespoons) of active dry yeast (Fast-Acting RapidRise) (8.6%)

• 100 grams (½ cup) of sugar (24%)

• 12 grams (2 teaspoons) of salt (2.9%)

• 540 grams (2 ¼ cups) of warm water (120°F) (129%)

• 144 grams (⅔ cup) of vegetable oil (34%)

• 2 large eggs + 2 yolks (34%)

Ingredients For The Topping

• 1 egg yolk

• 15 grams (1 tablespoon) of water

• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

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