Homemade Brioche Burger Buns

Servings: 10 burger buns

• 1 cup Warm Water
• 10 grams Active Dry yeast, about 3 teaspoons
• 4 tbsp. Granulated Cane Sugar
• 1 tbsp. Fine Sea Salt
• 3 ½ - 4 cups All Purpose Flour
• 2 Eggs
• 1 Egg Yolk
• ¾ cup Softened Unsalted Butter, cubed
• Sesame Seeds, for garnishing

1. To Make the Dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add the warm water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and yeast. Let the yeast activate for 15 minutes.
2. In the meantime, combine 1 egg and the egg yolk in a small bowl. Beat until smooth.
3. Add the flour, salt, and remaining sugar. Mix until a shaggy dough, then add the beaten eggs. Knead on LOW for 8-10 minutes, until a smooth dough.
4. The First Rise: Add to a greased bowl, cover with a damp kitchen cloth or saran wrap, and set aside to proof in a warm environment for 1-2 hours, until doubled in size.
5. Line a large baking pan with parchment paper.
6. Punch down the dough, then transfer to a clean surface to divide into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a tight ball. Place on the prepared pan.
7. (Optional) Gently pat the tops if the dough balls are too high.
8. The Second Rise: Cover to rise 30-40 minutes, until doubled in size.
9. To Bake: Preheat the oven to 375F.
10. Beat the remaining egg until smooth, then lightly brush on the tops of burger buns. Garnish with the sesame seeds.
11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until tops are golden brown.