Description
Soft, fluffy sourdough discard hamburger buns with a hint of tangy flavor—perfect for burgers and sandwiches. This quick recipe skips long fermentation, making it an easy way to use sourdough discard while reducing waste.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup sourdough discard (unfed)
- ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast
- 2 ¾ to 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg (for dough)
- 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
- Optional: sesame seeds or other toppings
Instructions
1. Activate the Yeast
- Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2. Mix the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sourdough discard, melted butter, egg, salt, and the activated yeast mixture.
- Gradually add 2 ¾ cups flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Add up to ¼ cup more flour if needed.
3. Knead the Dough
- Knead by hand for 6–8 minutes or with a stand mixer for 4–5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. First Rise
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Shape the Buns
- Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal portions.
- Shape each piece into a ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
6. Second Rise
- Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
7. Preheat Oven
- Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
8. Apply Egg Wash & Bake
- Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.
9. Cool & Serve
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Whole Wheat Option: Substitute up to 1 cup of flour with whole wheat flour.
- Sweet Honey Buns: Add 1 tbsp honey for a slightly sweeter taste.
- Garlic Herb Buns: Mix in ½ tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp dried herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- rise time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: bread buns
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sourdough discard buns, quick sourdough hamburger buns, homemade burger buns, easy sourdough buns, soft sandwich buns