Sourdough Burger Buns

• cups sourdough starter, proofed and active↗2
• tablespoons butter↗3
• cup milk, lukewarm↗1⁄2
• eggs, beaten↗2
• teaspoon salt↗1
• tablespoons sugar↗2
• cups all-purpose flour (up to half of flour could be whole wheat)↗3

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Stir together all ingredients except flour.

2. 2

   Add flour, mixing until it comes together enough to be turned out and kneaded.

3. 3

   Knead until dough is smooth and satiny (this can be done on a mixer or bread machine, if preferred).

4. 4

   At this point dough may be refrigerated up to 24 hours for a more flavorful bread. Bring dough back to room temperature before contiuing with shaping.

5. 5

   Let dough rest for 15 or 20 minutes and then roll it out to 1/2" thick.

6. 6

   Cut with a 4" round cutter.

7. 7

   Cover and let rise until doubled in bulk.

8. 8

   Bake at 350°F for 15 to 18 minutes.

9. 9

   Cool on wire rack.