Step 1

Place all ingredients, excluding the last egg + water and sesame seeds, intobread machine, according to the manufacturer's directions.

Step 2

Set machine to dough cycle.

Step 3

When dough cycle is complete, divide dough into 6 equal pieces and shape each into buns.

Step 4

Place each piece of dough onto a greased baking sheet, cover with a tea towel, and let rise for 40-60 minutes in a warm place.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 6

Whisk together 1 egg and 1 Tbs water and brush egg wash onto dough (you won't use all of it) and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 7

Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown.