Stuffed Burger Buns

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Add the flour, warm water, milk, egg, sugar, and yeast to a large mixing bowl. Mix until a rough dough begins to form.
2. Knead the dough until it begins to become smooth, then add the butter and continue kneading until the butter is fully incorporated and the dough is soft and elastic.
3. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until noticeably puffed.
4. Transfer the risen dough to the work surface and divide it into 5–6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball.
5. Take one dough portion at a time and gently flatten it into a round, leaving enough dough around the edges to close over the filling.
6. Add cooked beef, caramelized onions, pickles, and cheddar cheese to the center of each dough round. Keep the filling concentrated in the middle and avoid overfilling.
7. Bring the edges of the dough up around the filling and pinch them together firmly to seal. Turn each bun seam-side down and gently reshape it into a round bun.
8. Arrange the filled buns on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush the tops with egg yolk and sprinkle with black cumin seeds if using.
9. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) until the buns are deeply golden and the dough is completely baked through, about 20–25 minutes depending on their size.
10. Let the stuffed buns rest for a few minutes after baking, then serve warm while the cheese inside is still melted.