Ingredients
120 grams sourdough starter, active and bubbly (1/2 cup)
175 grams cup warm water (3/4 cup)
425 grams all purpose flour (3 cups)
60 grams melted coconut oil or butter (1/4 cup)
60 grams honey (3 tbsp)
10 grams sea salt (1 tsp)
1 egg
Egg wash—optional step...
1 egg yolk
1 tablespoon water
sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Add sourdough starter, warm water, all purpose flour, melted butter or coconut oil, honey, salt and egg. Knead for 5-10 minutes with dough hook, or by hands, until smooth & elastic.
Step 2
Place dough in a greased bowl and cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap for 8 hours. You can also speed that time up by placing it into the oven with the oven light on (turn off after an hour). Time will vary, but definitely less than 8 hours..
Step 3
Once the dough has doubled in size, divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
Step 4
Shape the buns by flattening slightly then tucking the 4 corners underneath and pinching to hold. I also like to create a little tension by rotating each bun beneath my hands on a very lightly floured surface.
Step 5
Cover the buns with plastic wrap or a damp tea towel and allow to rise until doubled in size.
Step 6
Beat the egg yolk and water and brush the tops of the buns with the mixture.
Step 7
Sprinkle with sesame seeds. (optional)
Step 8
Bake the buns for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees. You want them to be golden on top.
