Homemade Hot Dog Buns Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour: The base for soft and fluffy buns.
  • 2 teaspoons yeast: Active dry or instant yeast works.
  • 1 cup milk: Warm (about 100–110°F) to activate the yeast.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar: Feeds the yeast and adds a hint of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon salt: Balances the flavor.
  • 1 large egg: Adds richness and helps bind the dough.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened: Adds softness to the buns.

Optional Toppings:

  • Sesame seeds or poppy seeds for garnish.
  • Egg wash (1 egg mixed with 1 tablespoon water or milk) for a shiny finish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast

  1. In a small bowl, warm the milk (about 100–110°F). Stir in the sugar and yeast, then let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy. This shows the yeast is activated.

2. Mix the Dough

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the yeast mixture, egg, and butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough …
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