Gourmet Burger and Hot Dog Buns

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 500g
• Whole wheat flour: 250g
• Active dry yeast: 11g (2 1/4 teaspoons)
• Sugar: 1 tablespoon
• Salt: 2 teaspoons
• Warm water: 400ml (1 2/3 cups)
• Butter, softened: 60g (4 tablespoons)
• Egg, beaten: 1 large

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the warm water and butter. Stir until the butter is melted and the mixture is slightly warm.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
7. Shape the dough pieces into buns for burgers or hot dogs.
8. Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let rise for another 30 minutes.
9. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
10. Brush the buns with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information (per bun):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and fluffy
• Slightly sweet
• Golden brown exterior
• Perfect for burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches

User Comments:

• "These buns are amazing! They were so soft and fluffy, and they had the perfect amount of sweetness."
• "I love that I can use these buns for both burgers and hot dogs. They're so versatile!"
• "I'm not a big baker, but these buns were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to be making them again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure the water is warm but not hot, as it can kill the yeast.
• Don't overwork the dough, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have a stand mixer, you can knead the dough by hand.
• Let the buns rise in a warm place to ensure they double in size.
• Brush the buns with egg wash before baking for a golden brown crust.