🍔 Soft Homemade Burger Buns

🧾 Ingredients:

• 3 ½ cups (440g) all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup (240ml) warm milk
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp butter (softened)
• 1 tbsp oil

For topping:

• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• Sesame seeds (optional)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Activate & Mix

• In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
• Add egg, butter, oil, and salt. Mix well.

2. Knead Dough

• Gradually add flour and knead until smooth and elastic (8–10 minutes).
• Dough should be soft but not sticky.

3. First Rise

• Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.

4. Shape Buns

• Divide into 6–8 equal pieces.
• Roll into smooth balls and flatten slightly.
• Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

5. Second Rise

• Cover and let rise again for 30–45 minutes.

6. Bake

• Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
• Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds.
• Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.