🍞 Soft & Fluffy Homemade Bun Bread – A Cozy Kitchen Favorite

There’s something magical about the smell of fresh buns baking in the oven it takes me right back to Sunday afternoons in Grandma’s kitchen, when everything felt slower and sweeter. This bun bread recipe gives you the kind of soft, pillowy rolls you dream about, with just a hint of sweetness and a golden crust that makes every bite feel like home. Perfect for busy families and weekend prep, it brings comfort, simplicity, and that handmade touch back to the table.

Whether you’re planning burger night or just craving a warm roll with a swipe of butter, this easy bun bread recipe is one you’ll want to save forever.

🍽️ Serving Versatility

This fluffy bun bread recipe gives you rolls that are endlessly useful:

• Serve them as burger buns or mini sliders
• Stack them with eggs and cheese for breakfast sandwiches
• Use them as dinner rolls beside soups and roasts
• Toast and top with jam or butter for a cozy snack

🧾 Full Recipe – Homemade Bun Bread

Ingredients:

• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
• ¼ cup warm water
• 1 egg
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
• Optional: sesame or poppy seeds for topping

Instructions:

1. Activate Yeast
   In a bowl, mix warm milk, water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 mins until foamy.
2. Mix Dough
   In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, egg, and softened butter. Mix until sticky dough forms.
3. Knead
   Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic (by hand or dough hook).
4. First Rise
   Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Shape Buns
   Divide dough into 8 pieces. Roll each into a smooth ball and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Second Rise
   Cover loosely and let rise 30–40 minutes until puffy.
7. Bake
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush buns with egg wash, sprinkle seeds if using. Bake 18–20 minutes until golden brown.
8. Cool
   Let buns cool on a wire rack before slicing or serving.

⏱️ Quick Recipe Info

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Rise Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Bake Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
• Servings: 8 buns
• Calories: ~210 per bun

💛 Why You’ll Love This Bun Bread Recipe

• ✅ Super simple to follow, even for beginners
• ✅ Uses basic ingredients you likely already have
• ✅ Results in soft, golden buns every time
• ✅ Ideal for burgers, rolls, sandwiches, or snacking
• ✅ Freezes well for future meals

🍞 A Quick Note on This Method

This is a traditional bun bread recipe using an enriched dough which means we’re adding butter and egg for that extra soft, fluffy texture. Think of it as a slightly lighter cousin of brioche, with the perfect mix of tender crumb and sturdy structure.

🥪 How to Serve Your Buns

• Classic Cheeseburger buns grill night ready!
• Stuffed sandwich rolls turkey, lettuce, tomato
• Buttered dinner rolls fresh out of the oven
• PB&J minis perfect for lunchboxes
  
  Looking for something sweeter? Try our Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Pie Filling flaky, fruity, and beginner-friendly!

🧠 Pro Tips for Baking Success

• Let your dough rise fully patience = fluff!
• Don’t skip the egg wash if you want that bakery shine
• Brush buns with melted butter right after baking for extra softness
• Want more flavor? Add garlic powder, cheese, or herbs to the dough

🧊 Storage & Reheating Tips

• Fridge: Keep in airtight bag up to 3 days
• Freezer: Freeze in zip-top bag for up to 2 months
• Reheat: Wrap in foil and warm in oven at 300°F for 6–8 minutes or toast lightly

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Soft, fluffy bun bread perfect for sandwiches or burgers, made with simple ingredients and basic equipment.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Rising Time 45 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course Bread

Cuisine International

Servings 12 buns

Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

• Stand mixer (optional)
• Baking Sheet

Ingredients

  

Dough

• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp active dry yeast
• 2 cups all‑purpose flour plus more as needed
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted

Toppings (optional)

• sesame seeds or egg wash for brushing or sprinkling

Instructions

 

• In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 10 minutes until foamy.
• Add melted butter, 1 cup flour, and salt. Mix until combined.
• Gradually add remaining flour, kneading until soft, slightly tacky dough forms.
• Place dough in greased bowl, cover, and let rise 45 minutes until doubled.
• Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Shape into balls.
• Place buns on baking sheet, cover, and let rise another 30 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F). Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle seeds if desired.
• Bake 18–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool before serving.

Notes

You can swap milk with water or add egg for richer texture. These buns freeze well—store in airtight bag up to 3 months.

Keyword Soft, Yeast

✨ Final Thoughts from Emma

This bun bread recipe is the kind of feel-good, can’t-mess-it-up bake that makes your home smell amazing and your dinner feel extra special. Whether you’re baking a batch for your weekend cookout or prepping ahead for the week, these buns never disappoint.

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