Brioche Burger Buns
These Brioche Burger Buns are soft, buttery, and slightly sweet—perfect for elevating any burger night to gourmet status!
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar divided
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk warm
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 large eggs
For Brushing:
- 1 tablespoon milk for brushing
- sesame seeds optional
Instructions
Activate the Yeast
- In a small bowl, combine the warm whole milk with 1 tablespoon of the sugar and the active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes foamy.
Mix the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, whisk together the all-purpose flour, remaining sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the melted butter. Pour the yeast mixture and egg-butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until the dough starts to come together.
Knead the Dough
- If using a stand mixer, attach the dough hook and knead on medium speed for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If kneading by hand, turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 10-12 minutes. The dough will be slightly sticky but should pull away from the sides of the bowl.
First Rise
- Shape the dough into a ball and place it in a lightly greased bowl. Cover tightly with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm, draft-free spot for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Shape the Buns
- Once risen, gently punch down the dough to release excess air. Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces (about 100 grams each). Shape each piece into a smooth ball by tucking the edges underneath. Place the dough balls evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Second Rise
- Cover the shaped buns with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy and nearly doubled.
Prepare for Baking
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the tops of the buns lightly with 1 tablespoon of milk. If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the tops for that classic burger bun look.
Bake
- Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until they are golden brown on top and sound hollow when tapped. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Stand mixer with dough hook (optional)
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Kitchen towel or plastic wrap
- Pastry Brush
- Measuring cups and spoons
Notes
- Resist adding too much extra flour during kneading to keep the buns tender and soft.
- Allow the dough to rise fully both times for the best airy texture.
- Warm milk activates yeast best; avoid milk that is too hot or too cold.
- Substitute dairy-free milk alternatives warmed to the same temperature if needed.
- Divide dough into more pieces for smaller slider buns and reduce baking time accordingly.