How to make hamburger buns

If you're a burger lover like me, you know that a good burger isn't just about the filling. Bread also plays a key role. So why not make your own hamburger bun at home? It's easier than you think and the end result is incredibly delicious. Let's get started!

Ingredients:

• 500g wheat flour
• 10g of salt
• 30g of sugar
• 10g dry biological yeast
• 30g butter at room temperature
• 300ml of water
• 1 egg for brushing
• Sesame for sprinkling

Step by step:

1. Preparation of the dough:

In a large bowl, add the wheat flour, salt, sugar and dry yeast. Mix all dry ingredients well. Then add the butter at room temperature and start mixing with your hands. Gradually add the water and continue mixing until a homogeneous mass is obtained.

Transfer the dough to a smooth, floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic. This will help develop gluten, which is essential for bread texture.

2. First fermentation:

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean cloth and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size. This process is known as first fermentation or "tasting".

3. Bread modeling:

Once the dough has doubled in size, remove it from the bowl and divide it into equal portions, depending on the size you want your hamburger buns. Using your hands, shape each portion into a smooth disk and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Be sure to leave enough space between each loaf as they will rise.

4. Second fermentation:

Cover the shaped loaves with a clean cloth and let them rest for another 1 hour, or until they double in size. This is the second fermentation or "final tasting" process.

5. Baking the buns:

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Lightly beat the egg and brush the surface of each bun with it. This will give the buns a nice, shiny golden color. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top, if desired.

Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom. Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before slicing or serving.

Conclusion:

Making your own hamburger bun at home can seem a little intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it, you'll love the difference it makes. Homemade bread is tastier, healthier and gives your burger a special touch. So the next time you're planning to make burgers, why not try making your own bun? You won't regret it!