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Sloppy Joe Buns

2 h 30 minServes 9Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

9 people
  • milk (lukewarm)Dairy250 ml
  • honeyPantry15 g
  • instant yeastPantry7 g
  • egg (large)Dairy1 piece
  • unsalted butter (room temperature)Dairy45 g
  • all-purpose flourGrains500 g
  • fine saltSpices8 g
  • olive oilPantry25 ml
  • ground beefMeat600 g
  • fine salt (for the filling)Spices4 g
  • paprikaSpices3 g
  • garlic powderSpices2 g
  • onion powderSpices3 g
  • cayenne pepperSpices3 g
  • black pepperSpices1.5 g
  • ketchupPantry100 g
  • cheese slices (American or cheddar)Dairy9 pieces
  • Big Mac-style burger saucePantry90 g
  • egg (beaten, for brushing)Dairy1 piece
  • sesame seedsNuts & seeds10 g

per serving

Nutrition

414kcal

Carbs
48 g
Proteins
19 g
Fat
16 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Baking tray
  • Oven
  • Pastry brush

step by step

Method

  1. Activate the yeast

    • In a large bowl, combine the lukewarm milk, honey and yeast.
    • Stir well and let the mixture rest.
    Step 1
  2. Make the dough

    • Add the egg and butter and mix well.
    • Add the flour and salt.
    • Knead the dough until smooth.
    Step 2
  3. Let the dough rise

    • Cover the bowl and let the dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.
    Step 3
  4. Cook the sloppy joe filling

    • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Add the ground beef, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper and black pepper.
    • Cook until browned and cooked through.
    Step 4
  5. Add the ketchup

    • Add the ketchup and stir into the beef until well combined.
    • Let the filling cool completely before adding it to the dough.
    Step 5
  6. Divide and shape the dough

    • Deflate the risen dough and divide it into 9 equal pieces.
    • Shape each piece into a ball.
    • Roll each dough ball into a round sheet.
    Step 6
  7. Fill the buns

    • Place a slice of cheese in the center of each disc, then top with some of the beef filling and a spoonful of burger sauce.
    • Add extra cheese if you like.
    • Fold the dough inwards and pinch it tightly closed.
    Step 7
  8. Second rise

    • Place the buns seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    • Brush with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
    • Let rise.
    Step 8
  9. Bake

    • Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) until golden brown.
    Step 9