Soy Free Classic Hamburger Buns
Homemade hamburger buns are one of those small kitchen projects that completely transform burger night, and this recipe delivers soft, pillowy rolls with a gorgeous golden crust that store-bought versions just can't match. Many commercial buns sneak in soybean oil or soy flour as a filler or softener, so baking your own is the most reliable way to keep things clean. This dough comes together with pantry staples — flour, butter, egg, yeast, and sugar — with zero soy-derived ingredients anywhere in the mix. The two-rise method is what gives these buns their light, tender crumb, and the egg wash brushed on just before baking is what creates that bakery-style shine and color. A sprinkle of sesame seeds on top is optional but adds a satisfying crunch and that classic diner-bun look. They're sturdy enough to hold up to a juicy patty and all the toppings without falling apart, which is honestly the real test of a great bun. Once you've made a batch, it's hard to go back to the plastic bag on the shelf.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
8 servings
For the dough
- 1 cup warm water (105–110°f / 40–43°c)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 ½ tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
For the egg wash
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl). Stir briefly and let stand for 5–8 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the flour, salt, softened butter, and egg to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with the dough hook (or stir with a wooden spoon) until a shaggy dough forms, about 2 minutes.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!