Pretzel Burger Buns
Homemade Pretzel Burger Buns are chewy rolls with a golden-brown pretzel crust and soft interiors. These buns make delicious savory burgers and sandwiches that the entire family will love!
Servings 10 buns
Calories 243kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon active dry yeast
- 2 Tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup warm water - warmed to 100-110 degrees f
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter - melted
- 12 oz. light beer - or water
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 4 ¼ cups bread flour (553 grams) - more or less, to desired consistency
- egg wash
- butter and salt - for topping
To boil:
- 8 cups water
- 1/3 cup baking soda
Instructions
- Activate the yeast. Using a large standing mixer, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm milk. Use a spatula to stir. Then let it sit for about 15 minutes so that the yeast activates. You should see a bubbly mixture when it’s ready.
- Continue adding ingredients. Add the melted butter and honey and stir again with a spatula.
- Add flour to desired consistency. Attach dough hook to the mixer and add half of the flour and the salt. Start the mixer on low speed and occasionally scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Gradually add more flour until you get a firm dough consistency. This dough should NOT be sticky. It should be very firm.
- Let the dough rise. Grease a large bowl with olive oil. Remove the dough from the mixer, and form it into a ball. Then place it in the bowl and cover it with a clean dishtowel. Place the bowl in a warm corner of your kitchen and let rise until approximately doubled in size, about 45 minutes, depending on the temperature of your house and where you live.
- Shape pretzel buns. Use a clean working surface or baking mat, and spread a bit of oil on it. Divide the dough into ten equal sections and then form them into smooth round shapes. Place a towel on pans and let rest for another 30 minutes.
- Prep. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees. Prep two sheet pans with parchment paper. Add water and baking soda to a large pot. Bring to a boil.
- Boil rolls. Gently place 2-3 rolls in the boiling water for 30 seconds and then flip for another 30 seconds. Then remove the dough with a slotted spoon shaking off excess water as you go. Place on prepared pans and repeat for all the rolls.
- Add egg wash. Use a pastry brush to add egg wash to the pretzel buns. Then use a scissors to cut an X in the middle of each bun.
- Bake. Bake rolls in a preheated 400-degree oven, until done, approximately 15 minutes, or until nice and golden brown. Immediately brush with softened butter, and add a touch more kosher salt, if desired.
- Cool. Transfer baked buns to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store pretzel buns in a ziplock bag on your countertop for 2-3 days.
- Freeze rolls for up to three months. I recommend wrapping individual rolls in plastic wrap and placing in freezer bags.
- BURGERS - Try our Lamb Feta Burgers, Goat Cheese Burgers, or Green Chile Turkey Burgers.
- SANDWICHES - We love these with classic deli meats and cheeses. Or you could follow our Italian Grinder Sandwich recipe (a favorite here!).
- Use this recipe to make hot dog buns or smaller dinner rolls.
Nutrition
Calories: 243kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 2132mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg