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Quick Breakfast Ideas with Homemade Hamburger Buns

Mornings feel less rushed when we’ve got a batch of homemade hamburger buns waiting. They’re soft, slightly chewy, and they make simple meals taste like something out of a bakery. If you’ve ever stared at a packet of store bread and thought, ‘Well, this could be better,’ then you’ll understand why I keep making these again and again. The truth is, these buns don’t ask for much—just a little patience, a warm kitchen, and the joy of working dough with your hands. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve shaped them while chatting with family, and somehow that conversation always makes the bread taste warmer. And yes, you can use them for more than burgers. Breakfast sandwiches, pulled chicken, or even a quick slather of jam—it all works. What I like most is the balance. They’re sturdy enough to hold the best hamburger patty recipe you can throw at them, yet tender enough to tear apart when you’re craving a piece straight from the oven. Call it a bread buns recipe that quietly makes life easier, one breakfast idea at a time.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Cuisine: American
Keywords: bread buns recipe, Breakfast Ideas, hamburger bread recipe, hamburger patties recipe ideas, quick breakfast ideas, the best hamburger patty recipe
Servings: 12 buns
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in egg and oil. Add flour and salt, mixing until dough comes together.
  3. Knead dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour until doubled in size.
  5. Punch dough down and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape into balls and place on a baking sheet.
  6. Cover loosely and let rise another 30 minutes.
  7. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool slightly before slicing or serving.