How to Make the Best Burger Bun: A Classic French Brioche Recipe
If you’re looking for the perfect burger bun that also doubles as an excellent base for any breakfast sandwich, this will help! This classic French brioche recipe is not only ideal for burgers but also makes a fantastic bun for Egg Royal. Follow this detailed guide to create soft, buttery, and delicious buns at home.
Ingredients:
Wheat Flour: 500g
Salt: 10g
Sugar: 60g
Fresh Yeast: 20g
Eggs: 300g (very cold)
Butter: 200g (cold, cut into cubes)
Preparation Method:
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixer, combine the wheat flour, salt, and sugar with the very cold eggs. Mix for a few minutes until the salt is fully incorporated.
Add Yeast: Add the fresh yeast to the mixture and continue mixing.
Knead the Dough: Mix the dough intensively until it reaches a temperature of 25°C.
Incorporate Butter: Gradually add the cold butter cubes to the dough. Continue mixing intensively until the dough reaches 28°C.
First Rest: Remove the dough from the mixer and flatten it on a table. Fold it into an envelope shape and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Second Fold: After 30 minutes, repeat the folding process. Wrap the dough tightly in cling film and refrigerate overnight. (The dough will ferment and expand, so ensure it is wrapped well.)
Shape the Buns: The next morning, remove the dough from the fridge and cut it into 80g pieces. Shape each piece into small balls.
Proof the Buns: Place the dough balls in a warm, humid place for 2 hours to allow them to ferment and rise.
Egg Wash and Bake: After 2 hours, brush the buns with an egg wash. Bake them in a ventilated oven at 150°C for 15 minutes.
Enjoy your homemade brioche buns, perfect for burgers, breakfast sandwiches, or even an elegant Egg Royal. Happy baking! 🥖🍔🍳