Step 2

Pour warm water into a mixing bowl. You want the water a little warmer than luke warm, but not too hot. Sprinkle your yeast into the water. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 to 10 minutes, or until combined and a froth has formed on the top.

Step 5

Stir the oil, sugar, egg, and salt into the bowl until combined.

Step 8

Add the flour, one cup at a time, and continue to mix until your dough has formed. I find that I need to use a full 4 cups for my dough.

Step 11

Switch to a dough hook if using an electric mixer, or turn out onto a floured surface, and knead for roughly 5 minutes or until your dough is smooth.

Step 14

Divide the dough into 8 to 12 equal sized pieces. I have made this recipe many times and we find that 8 pieces gives us a good sized bun. Form each dough into a round ball and place on a parchment, or silicone baking mat, lined tray.

Step 15

Preheat your oven to 425 degrees and cover with a clean towel and allow to rest for 10 minutes, while the oven is preheating.

Step 18

Optional, brush the tops of your buns with a whisked egg just before going into the oven.

Step 21

Bake 10 to 12 minutes, or until the tops are golden.