Sourdough Hamburger Buns
These delicious sourdough hamburger buns are simple to make and will take your burgers to another level!
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Equipment
- Stand mixer (or large mixing bowl)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-metal bowl (for proofing)
- Sheet pan
- Pastry brush and small bowl (for egg wash)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Active sourdough starter
- 1/4 cup Butter, softened
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 1/4 cup Water
- 3 1/2-4 cups All-purpose flour
Instructions
- To the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl if doing by hand) add the active sourdough starter, softened butter, honey, salt, and water. Mix to combine.
- Add in the flour, 1/2 cup at a time. Knead until the dough is smooth and elastic and pulls away from the sides of the bowl, about 5 to 10 minutes.
- Place the dough into a non-metal bowl and cover. Allow to rise for at least 6 to 8 hours or even better, 10 to 12 hours, in a warm spot.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. You can use a bench scraper to do this or your hands.
- Use your hands to roll each piece of dough into a ball. Set the dough balls onto the parchment or baking mat-lined sheet pan.
- Press down on each ball of dough with your hand to flatten slightly, into the shape of a hamburger bun. The buns will rise more so don't worry if they look small!
- Cover with a tea towel and set aside in a warm place to rise for another 1-2 hours.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Brush on the optional egg wash.
- Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool baked buns on a cooling rack before slicing.
Notes
Buns are best enjoyed on the day they are baked.
If saving for later, store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 6 months.
Servings: 8 buns