Soft Vegan Buns – Recipe with Yumgo Whole Egg
Make delicious homemade vegan buns that are perfectly golden, soft, and beautifully risen. Ideal for burgers or gourmet sandwiches, these buns are made without eggs thanks to Yumgo Whole Egg, a plant-based egg substitute that ensures excellent structure and texture after baking.
Step 1: Prepare the dough base
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, pour in the water (see base temperature instructions below) and add the crumbled yeast.
- Then, add flour, sugar, salt and Yumgo Whole Egg Powder.
- Start mixing on low speed for a few minutes. Gradually increase to medium speed and knead for 10 minutes, until you obtain a smooth and elastic dough.
- Return to low speed and add the plant-based margarine, cut into small cubes.
- Once fully incorporated, gradually increase the speed again until the dough completely pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
Dough Temperature & First Fermentation
Ideal final dough temperature: minimum 24°C (75°F)
- If the dough temperature is below 24°C:Let the dough rest at room temperature for 40 minutesDegas the doughRefrigerate for 2 to 3 hours
- If the dough temperature is above 24°C:Place the dough directly in the refrigerator without resting at room temperature
Shaping & Proofing
- Divide the dough into 100 g portions.
- Shape each portion into a ball.
- Place the buns on a baking tray.
- Allow to proof for 2.5 to 3 hours at 28°C (82°F).
Finishing & Baking
- Brush the buns with a vegan glaze if desired.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 8 minutes at 180°C (355°F) in a fan-assisted oven.
Chef’s Tip
For optimal dough development, maintain a base temperature between 54°C and 56°C (129–133°F), calculated from the combined temperature of the water, flour, and room environment.