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Homemade fluffy everything but the bagel burger buns stacked in a bowl.

Homemade Everything But the Bagel Burger Buns

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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 15 buns

Description

These fluffy and golden homemade burger buns are perfect for your next cookout. Made with pantry staples and topped with everything but the bagel seasoning, they’re freezer-friendly and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups + 2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons dry active yeast (this is my favorite)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 6 cups 00 Italian flour (my go to imported flour from Italy)
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons salted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 3 – 4 tablespoons everything but the bagel seasoning (for topping)
  • extra virgin olive oil or melted butter, for brushing

Instructions

    1. Activate the Yeast : In a small saucepan, heat the milk until it reaches 105 – 115°F. Pour milk and sprinkle yeast into your mixing bowl and combine on low speed until it begins to combine. Turn off your mixer and let stand for 10 minutes, until foamy.
    2. Make the Dough : Add sea salt, sugar, flour, and butter. Mix on low speed until just combined, then increase to medium speed and knead for 5 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
    3. First Rise : Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel or bowl cover and let the dough rise at room temperature for about 40 minutes.
    4. Shape the Buns : Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll to about 1/2 inch thick. Use a 3-inch biscuit cutter to cut rounds. Re-roll scraps if needed to use up all of the dough.
    5. Final Rise : Place buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise again for 25 minutes.
    6. Bake : Preheat your oven to 435°F. Brush buns with extra virgin olive oil or melted butter, season generously with everything but the bagel seasoning, and bake for 8 – 10 minutes, or until golden on top.
    7. Cool & Serve : Remove and place on a wire rack to cool for 15 minutes before slicing and enjoying. Enjoy warm or freeze for later!

Equipment

Notes

  • Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure your milk is the perfect temperature for activating the yeast. If it’s too cold, it won’t activate. If it’s too hot, it will kill it.
  • Don’t skip the second rise. This helps give the buns their signature light and fluffy texture.
  • Brush lightly with extra virgin olive oil or melted butter for an extra golden brown top, if desired (my preference).
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://fittoentertain.com/homemade-everything-but-the-bagel-burger-buns/