Brioche Burger Buns
These brioche burger buns are so soft and fluffy, with a slight sweetness that makes them the perfect partner to a juicy and savory burger.
Ingredients
- 2 tsp instant yeast (2.25 tsp active dry yeast, 17.5 fresh yeast)
- 200 ml milk
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 egg yolks (room temp)
- 400 grams all purpose or bread flour
- ¾ tsp salt
- 113 grams unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds (for topping)
Instructions
- Heat up the milk, either in the microwave or in a saucepan, until it is “fingervarm” (finger warm), meaning it should feel warm to the touch but not hot. If using active dry or fresh yeast, add the yeast and the sugar and stir to dissolve. Let it rest 5-10 minutes until it begins to froth and bubble a little bit. If using instant yeast – just add the yeast, sugar, and heated up milk to a mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer; you don't need to wait for it to bubble up, but if you're in doubt, check the instructions on your packet of yeast.
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, add in the yeast/milk/sugar mixture, and egg yolks. Stir well to combine.
- Add in the flour and the salt, starting to knead, either using your hands or the dough hook attachment on the stand mixer.
- Add in the softened butter, a tablespoon at a time, while kneading. Continue to knead until the butter is fully incorporated.
- Knead for another 7-10 minutes, until the dough is soft and stretchy, and not too sticky.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for about an hour.
- Once the dough has risen and about doubled in size, turn the dough out onto a clean work surface and divide into eight equal pieces. You can weigh the balls to be the most precise!
- Shape into round balls, then press down the tops to flatten them.
- Place the buns onto a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Cover with plastic wrap and place a second baking sheet on the top to help keep the flatter shape, just for the first 5-10 minutes of the second rise.
- After 5-10 minutes of resting, remove the baking sheet on the top. Let the buns rest for another 20-25 minutes, until nice and puffy.
- While the buns are resting, preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
- Mix together an egg yolk and a tbsp of milk in a bowl to create an egg wash.
- When the buns are done rising, brush with the egg wash mixture.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top of the buns.
- Place buns in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until nice and golden in color.
- Remove from the oven and let cool. Slice in half, toast if preferred, and add your favorite burger toppings!