@downsizingjess: Quit putting great hot dogs in mediocre buns. • • Homemade Hot Dog Buns Ingredients * 1 cup warm water * 2 tbsp sugar * 1½ tsp instant yeast * 3 tbsp milk * 3 tbsp melted butter * 1 egg * 1½ tsp salt * 3⅓ cups bread flour (or AP flour) Directions 1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy. 2. Add milk, butter, egg, salt, and flour. 3. Knead 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. 4. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. 5. Divide into 8 pieces and shape into hot dog buns. 6. Let rise again 45–60 minutes. 7. Brush with 1 egg + 1 tbsp water. (Optional) 8. Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes until golden brown. #homemade #bread #EasyRecipe #recipes #baking