Homemade Hamburger/Hot Dog Buns

You can substitute a cup or two of whole wheat flour for a wheat roll.

These buns are super easy to make!  I can usually whip up a batch in just under an hour and a half, which is amazing since I don't have a ton of spare time!  I have tried many recipes over the last few months and this one is by far the best.

I hope you enjoy! 

Hamburger and Hot Dog Buns (Makes 12)

1 cup of warm milk

1/2 cup of warm water

1/4 cup melted butter

1 egg

2 tbsp sugar

1 tsp salt

4+ cups of flour

2 tsp active dry yeast (or a packet)

In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk, water, butter, sugar, yeast, and 1 1/2 cups of flour.  Stir well until combined, and then allow to rest for 10 minutes.  Add the egg and the salt, mixing well.  Add the rest of the flour, 1/2 cup at a time until a soft dough is formed.  Knead, adding extra flour as needed, until the dough is soft, smooth, and elastic.  (approx. 5 minutes with stand mixer, 8 minutes by hand)  Form a round ball and then cut in 1/2.  Cut each 1/2 into 2 equal pieces, the cut those into 3 equal pieces each.  Roll into balls an place on a baking sheet lined with greased parchment paper.  Pat the dough down with your fingertips into 3/4 inch discs.  Place in a warm spot and allow to rise about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.  Whip up 1 egg with a tablespoon of water and gently brush on the top.  Sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds (optional) and bake for 15-20 minutes in a 400 degree oven or until the tops are golden brown.  

For Hot Dog Rolls, simply form each 1/3 into a log and allow to rise.  They have the same rising and baking time.  

I use this recipe for pulled "meat" sandwiches, hot dogs, hamburgers, and last night we ate them with yummy turkey salad!