40-Minute Hamburger Buns

40-Minute Hamburger Buns

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons active dry yeast

  • 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)

  • 1/3 cup canola oil

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 large egg, room temperature

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 3 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add oil and sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the egg, salt and enough flour to form a soft dough.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 3-5 minutes. Do not let rise. Divide into 12 pieces; shape each into a ball. Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Preheat oven to 425°.
  • Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Bake until golden brown, 8-12 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

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