Sourdough Hamburger Buns
Now you can make your very own sourdough hamburger buns! Add your favorite burger and toppings for a delicious sandwich option.
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup active sourdough starter
- 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 cup softened or melted butter*
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 eggs (one is for the egg wash)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4-5 cups all purpose flour
- optional: toppings such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Combine the sourdough starter, water, milk, butter, honey, one egg and salt in a mixer and mix until well combined. This recipe can also be mixed by hand.
- Add the flour one cup at a time until the dough begins to clean the sides of the bowl and form a ball. Knead for 10 minutes or until the dough is soft and smooth.
- Let the dough rise for 6-8 hours or until close to double in size (this timeframe highly depends on the temperature of your kitchen. A cool kitchen can take longer). The dough can be put in the refrigerator for 1-3 days for a long ferment.
- Divid the dough into 12 pieces (about 3 oz. each). Roll into tight balls and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. With fingers, press down on each ball to slightly flatten into a disc. Cover and let rise until double in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat one egg. Gently brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash and sprinkle with toppings, if using.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden. Cool and enjoy!
Notes
*avocado oil can be used in place of butter for a dairy free option.