40-Minute Hamburger Bun

Summary
Prep time	20 min + rising time (40-60 min)
Cook time	10 min @ 425°
Source	Taste of Home
Yield / serves	8-12 buns
Rating	Delicious

These buns were really good. They remind me of the cheese buns that Great Harvest Bread Company makes (but without the cheese). Good density and flavor.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons active dry yeast
• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-2 T melted butter

Preparation

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add oil and sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, salt and enough flour to form a soft dough.

Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 3-5 minutes. Do not let rise. Divide into 12 pieces; shape each into a ball. Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets.

Preheat oven to 425.

Cover and let rest/rise for at least 20 minutes.

Brush with melted butter, then bake until golden brown, 8-12 minutes.

Remove from pans to wire racks to cool, and brush with melted butter again.