Description
Fluffy homemade vegan burger buns that are irresistibly soft and delicious. These pillowy buns are easy to make with simple plant-based ingredients, yielding the perfect golden crust and a light, airy texture.
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp instant yeast
- 3 tbsp plant milk
- 2 tbsp vegan butter, room temperature
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 3 tbsp melted vegan butter for brushing
- 2-3 tbsp sesame seeds
Vegan Egg Wash:
- 3 tbsp plant milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp baking soda
Instructions
- In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Create a well in the center.
- Pour in water and plant milk. Using a dough hook, start on low to incorporate flour and liquid into a rough dough. Increase speed to 2 and knead 3 minutes. Add vegan butter and continue kneading in the stand mixer for 7 minutes until a soft, smooth dough forms. It should be firm and not stick to your hand.
- Transfer dough to a large greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size. (Placing it in the oven with the light on or in a warm dry area helps.)
- Once risen, punch down the dough to release air. Transfer to a floured surface, flatten slightly, and divide into 8 equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a ball by tucking corners under, and closing the seems by rolling in your hand.
- Place dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with another tray or leftover plastic wrap and let proof for another 45 minutes until puffy.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Meanwhile, mix together the egg wash ingredients in a small bowl.
- Brush the tops evenly with the vegan egg wash mixture.
- Bake for 15 minutes, until they are a deep golden brown. Remove and brush with melted vegan butter before quickly adding the sesame seeds.