How to Make Brioche Style Sesame Burger Buns with a KitchenAid Mixer
Easy, Fluffy, and Quick Homemade Burger Buns Perfect for Homemade Sandwiches!
So Why Make Your Own Burger Buns?
There’s something so utterly satisfying about baking your own bread.
It fills the house with warmth, it tastes a thousand times better than store-bought, and it gives you a little boost of pride every time you put those golden buns on the table.
While I love a good sourdough loaf, there’s a soft spot in my kitchen for quicker breads too.
This brioche-style sesame bun recipe is the one I keep coming back to. It’s light, buttery, fluffy, and just the right touch of sweet.
And the best part? It pairs with almost anything.
Once you try these with pulled pork, you’ll never want another bun again. (And if you’re looking for the perfect recipe to go with them, check out my Smokey Hawaiian Pulled Pork recipe!
And as always, these are my real photos snapped on my iPhone in our little base housing kitchen. No magazine spreads, no picture-perfect countertops. Just our family making dinner together, sometimes with toys on the floor and dishes in the sink.
That’s the real life behind this blog, and I want you to feel encouraged that your kitchen doesn’t need to look fancy to turn out something incredible.
Equipment
- KitchenAid mixer with bowl and dough hook
- Plastic wrap
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Liquid measuring jug
- Spoon and whisk
- Baking tray or cookie sheet
- Parchment paper
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Ingredients (Makes 8–10 Buns)
- 1 cup warm milk (microwaved 35 seconds)
- 2 & ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Oil, for coating the dough
Egg Wash: 1 egg & 1 tablespoon water, whisked together
Optional topping: 2 to 3 tablespoons sesame seeds
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Activate the yeast
Pour warm milk into the bowl of your KitchenAid mixer. Add honey and yeast. Stir and cover for 5 minutes until bubbly and fragrant.
Step 2: Mix the dough
Add egg and whisk lightly. Then add flour, melted butter, and salt in that order so the warm butter doesn’t scramble the egg. Attach the dough hook and mix on low speed for 5 minutes.
Step 3: First rise
Turn dough out onto the counter. Do not add extra flour, as that will toughen the buns. Knead briefly into a smooth ball. Coat lightly with oil and transfer to a clean, lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 1 hour.
Step 4: Shape
Punch down the dough to release large air pockets. Form back into a ball, then divide evenly into 8 to 10 smaller pieces. Pinch and tuck to create smooth tops. Place onto a parchment-lined tray, flatten slightly into disc shapes, and cover again.
Step 5: Second rise
Let dough rise for another hour until puffy.
Step 6: Egg wash and topping
Brush each bun with egg wash for that classic golden brioche look. Sprinkle sesame seeds if you’d like.
Step 7: Bake
Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown. Move buns to a cooling rack for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes & Troubleshooting
Notes:
- Egg wash is optional but gives you that shiny golden finish.
- Honey can be swapped for sugar if that’s what you have.
Troubleshooting:
- Buns too dense? Make sure your yeast activated properly.
- Dough too sticky? Resist adding flour. Knead with oiled hands instead.
- Flat buns? They may have over-proofed on the second rise. Shorten rise time slightly next bake.
Storage
- Store cooled buns in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze baked buns in a bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the oven before serving.
Serving Ideas
- Perfect burger buns for beef patties.
- Sandwich rolls for ham, turkey, or chicken salad.
- Sliders for parties or picnics.
- Our absolute favorite: with juicy Kalua pulled pork. Try it with my Instant Pot Smokey Hawaiian Pulled Pork recipe!
No-Fuss Brioche Style Sesame Burger Buns Recipe!
September 26, 2025Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pour warm milk into the bowl of your KitchenAid mixer. Add honey and yeast. Stir and cover for 5 minutes until bubbly and fragrant.
- Add egg and whisk lightly. Then add flour, melted butter, and salt in that order so the warm butter doesn’t scramble the egg. Attach the dough hook and mix on low speed for 5 minutes.
- Turn dough out onto the counter. Do not add extra flour, as that will toughen the buns. Knead briefly into a smooth ball. Coat lightly with oil and transfer to a clean, lightly oiled bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 1 hour.
- Punch down the dough to release large air pockets. Form back into a ball, then divide evenly into 8–10 smaller pieces. Pinch and tuck to create smooth tops. Place onto a parchment-lined tray, flatten slightly into disc shapes, and cover again.
- Let dough rise for another hour until puffy.
- Brush each bun with egg wash just before baking, for that classic golden brioche look. Sprinkle sesame seeds if you’d like.
- Bake at 375°F for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown. Move buns to a cooling rack for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Egg wash is optional but gives you that shiny golden finish.
- Honey can be swapped for sugar if that’s what you have.
Storage
- Store cooled buns in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze baked buns in a bag for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm in the oven before serving.
Related Recipes
- Check out all our other Bread Recipes!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
The Takeaway
Homemade brioche-style sesame buns are soft, golden, and so much better than anything you’ll pick up at the store.
They’re quick enough for weeknight dinners, fun to make with kids, and sturdy enough to hold up to juicy fillings.
Once you bake your own, you’ll never reach for the plastic-wrapped pack again!
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