Brioche Burger Buns
12
Makes
150MIN
Prep
15-18MIN
Bake
MED
Level
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Customer
Recipe
Recipe
Brioche Burger Buns
INGREDIENTS
400g strong white flour
50g plain flour
1tsp salt
1 packet fast action yeast (7g)
2 tbsp sugar
35g butter
1 egg + 1 for eggwash
50ml whole milk
230ml warm water
50g plain flour
1tsp salt
1 packet fast action yeast (7g)
2 tbsp sugar
35g butter
1 egg + 1 for eggwash
50ml whole milk
230ml warm water
METHOD
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, dried yeast, salt and sugar.
- Rub in the butter until a breadcrumb consistency is achieved.
- In a small jug, beat together the egg and milk.
- Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients, add in the egg and milk and start to bring together whilst gradually adding the warm water to form a soft dough. It will be quite sticky at this stage so don’t panic.
- Tip the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and springs back when poked.
- Pop the dough back into its bowl, cover with cling film and leave to prove for 1-2 hours in a warm place until doubled in size.
- Knock back the dough, tip out onto your worksurface and knead lightly to form a smooth ball then divide the dough into 12 equal portions (70g each).
- Using the palm of your hand and your thumb, shape the dough portions into smooth domes and place onto lined baking trays (1 large or 2 small as they will grow).
- Cover the trays loosely with cling film and leave to prove for an hour to double in size again.
- 45 minutes into the second proving, preheat the oven to 200°C (fan) and place a shallow baking tray on the oven floor.
- Once the buns have fully proved, beat the glazing egg with 1 tsp water and a pinch of salt then brush it onto the buns.
- Throw a few ice cubes or a splash of cold water onto the hot tin on the oven floor to create steam, then bake the buns for 15-18 minutes, until golden and their bases sound hollow when tapped.
- Cool the buns on a cooling rack.
- To serve, slice in half, brush with olive oil then toast lightly before filling with a burger and toppings.
