Soft, buttery, and sturdy enough to hold together, these Sourdough Discard Hot Dog Buns<\/strong> are easy to make and full of flavor, perfect for impressing friends and family!<\/p>\n Don\u2019t have a sourdough starter yet? Be sure to check out how to make a starter<\/a> and learn how to feed your sourdough culture<\/a>.<\/p>\n Want a fully sourdough-leavened bun? Try shaping my sourdough burger buns<\/a> dough into hot dog buns.<\/p>\n For full ingredient and measurements in cups and grams<\/em>, check out the recipe card.<\/p>\n This recipe doubles easily <\/em>\u2014 just click \u201c2x\u201d on the recipe card <\/em>to adjust.<\/p>\n Step 01.<\/strong> In a large bowl, combine the wet ingredients: sourdough starter, egg, butter, and milk.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Step 02.<\/strong> Then add the dry ingredients: instant yeast, salt, sugar, and bread flour. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Tip<\/em>: A stand mixer can make handling sticky, enriched dough easier. Resist the urge to add extra flour; your dough should be soft and stick slightly to the bowl\u2019s bottom. A wetter dough creates lighter, softer buns, while too much flour results in tougher buns. Watch the video<\/strong> for visual guidance.<\/p>\n Step 03.<\/strong> Knead for 8 minutes with a stand mixer on low speed (dough hook attached) or 10 minutes by hand,\u00a0until the dough only slightly sticks to the bowl\u2019s bottom.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Step 04.<\/strong> Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let the dough rise for about 1 hour and a half, or until doubled.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Tip:<\/em> Temperature affects rising time<\/strong>. If your kitchen runs cold, or you’re baking during winter, allow extra time for fermentation. In warm kitchens, fermentation will be quicker. Try using your oven\u2019s proofing function or leaving the bowl inside the oven with the light on for a consistent environment.<\/p>\n Step 05.<\/strong> On a clean surface, divide the dough into 8 large, 10 regular-sized, or 12 smaller portions. Use a bench scraper or sharp knife for clean cuts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Step 06.<\/strong> Flatten each piece into a rectangle. You can use your hands or a rolling pin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Tip:<\/em> If the dough starts sticking to the counter too much, try greasing the surface with a small amount of oil instead of adding more flour. Extra flour can make the buns tougher.<\/p>\n Step 07.<\/strong> Then roll it up tightly, and seal the edges. Don’t worry if they’re not perfect or all in the same shape.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Step 08.<\/strong> Place the shaped buns in a baking pan, cover, and let rise for about 1 hour, until puffy and light.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Tip<\/em>: Allowing the dough to ferment properly during both rises is key to achieving fluffy texture. Don’t rush it!<\/p>\n Step 09.<\/strong> Before baking, brush each bun with an egg wash. Add your favorite toppings if desired; sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or everything bagel seasoning work great here!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Step 10.<\/strong> Bake at 400\u00b0F for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Transfer buns to a cooling rack for 15 minutes before slicing. You can cut them along the side or across the top, depending on your preference.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n You can substitute instant with active dry yeast. Just be sure to dissolve active dry yeast in the milk and sugar before adding it to the dough.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n If you\u2019re struggling to handle the dough, try flouring or wetting your hands.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n These buns are safe to store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If they lose softness, reheat in a (preheated) 300\u00b0F oven for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n In the fridge, buns last up to a week but may dry out faster.<\/p>\n You can freeze this recipe. Freeze the cooled buns for up to 3 months in an airtight bag and reheat at 300\u00b0F for 10 minutes straight from the freezer when ready to serve.<\/p>\n Have you tried these Sourdough Discard Hot Dog Buns<\/strong>? Please leave a \ud83c\udf1f star rating in the recipe card below, I’d love to know how it went!<\/p>\n![\"Sourdough](\"https:\/\/milkandpop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/sourdough-hot-dog-buns-4.jpg\")
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Storing and Freezing<\/h3>\n
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