40-Minute Hamburger Buns Recipe

By pjones-2

Ingredients

• 2 2 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 1 2 to 115°) 2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
• 1/3 1/3 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 1/4 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 1 1 large egg
• 1 1 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 to 3-1/2 3 to 3-1/2 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Details

Servings 12
Preparation time 20mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add oil and sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, salt and enough flour to form a soft dough.

Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 3-5 minutes. Do not let rise. Divide into 12 pieces; shape each into a ball. Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets.

Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Bake at 425° for 8-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
Yield: 1 dozen.

Test Kitchen Tip

Want a heartier sandwich? Divide the dough into 8 portions instead of 12, then shape anyway you like.

These are ultra customizable. We like to add sesame or poppy seeds. Just brush warm buns with butter and add your favorite toppings.

This recipe can also be used for slider buns or rolls. Divide dough into 24 pieces, and bake until golden brown.

To add a golden sheen, whisk one egg yolk with 2-3 teaspoons water, then brush buns before baking.

Originally published as 40-Minute Hamburger Buns in Best of Country Breads
2000, p45