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Black Burger Bun

Best Black Burger Bun Recipe

Black burger buns are unique and delicious treats that everyone should try at least once. Level up your burger with these tasty buns today!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Multiple
Keyword: Black Burger Bun Recipe, Black Burger Bun Recipe with Squid Ink
Level of Difficulty: Medium
Dietary Preference: None
Prep Time: 50 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 192kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Baking Mat
  • Basting Brush
  • Oven Glove

Ingredients

For the Buns

  • 0.42 cups warm fresh milk
  • 0.44 pounds bread flour
  • 0.25 ounces yeast
  • 0.71 ounces sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.06 ounces unsalted butter
  • 0.17 cups of squid ink
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1.06 ounces sesame seeds

For the Egg Wash

  • 2 teaspoons fresh milk
  • 1 egg yolk
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Instructions 

  • Mix the warm milk, yeast, sugar, and whole egg in a large bowl.
    Black Burger Bun Step 1
  • Allow to sit for 6 minutes until frothy.
    Black Burger Bun Step 2
  • Add bread flour to the yeast mixture, mixing until well combined.
    Black Burger Bun Step 3
  • Incorporate the squid ink and salt, mixing until the dough is uniformly colored.
    Black Burger Bun Step 4
  • Transfer the dough to a baking mat and spread butter evenly over its surface. Knead for about 15 minutes, until smooth and non-sticky.
    Black Burger Bun Step 5
  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm area for 40 minutes, or until doubled in size.
    Black Burger Bun Step 6
  • Remove the dough from the bowl, knead it, and gently press it to let out some air.
    Black Burger Bun Step 7
  • Divide the dough into 8 equal parts.
    Black Burger Bun Step 8
  • Shape each into a smooth ball.
    Black Burger Bun Step 9
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking tray. Let them rise for an additional 10 minutes.
    Black Burger Bun Step 10
  • Preheat the oven to 392°F (200°C). Whisk together the egg yolk and milk for the egg wash. Brush the buns with the egg wash.
    Black Burger Bun Step 11
  • Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
    Black Burger Bun Step 12
  • Place the tray in the oven.
    Black Burger Bun Step 13
  • Bake for 15 minutes, or until the buns are fully risen and have a crisp exterior.
    Black Burger Bun Step 14
  • Remove the buns from the oven and let cool on a rack before serving.

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Notes

  • Use pure squid ink for the deepest black color in your bread; adjust the amount to suit your taste.
  • Substitute squid ink with 2-3 teaspoons of activated charcoal powder if necessary. Mix it thoroughly with flour, salt, and yeast until the dough is uniformly black.
  • Baking time may vary based on the bread's size and the type of oven used.

Nutrition

Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg