My 5 Ingredient Burger Buns allow you to feel great about saying yes to the burger and the bun – whether for yourself or your kids! They’re easily homemade with only a few simple ingredients.
Less is often better when it comes to food – a long list of ingredients isn’t just a red flag when determining whether or not an item is healthy, it’s totally unnecessary for making food taste good. And these buns are proof.
Real Food, Real Simplicity
5 Ingredient Burger Buns have become a staple in my home. Like most kids, mine want a bun with their burger. And when I couldn’t find a store bought variety that was easy to grab with superior and simple ingredients, I decided to try my own. And guess what I found? They’re so easy!
I can bake a batch in the afternoon and they’re ready by dinner. They hold up perfectly for grass-fed burgers or breakfast sandwiches. My boys couldn’t be happier with the experience, and I feel great about serving them. Win-win!
Why Einkorn Flour?
Using einkorn flour gives us a bun that’s naturally lower in gluten and easier on blood sugar. Einkorn is rich in nutrients, gentle on digestion, and perfect for real-food baking.
Einkorn is an ancient grain that hasn’t been hybridized the way modern wheat has. It's higher in protein, vitamin B6, and essential trace minerals, and it's naturally lower on the glycemic index. That means it’s better for balancing blood sugar and easier on your digestive system. If you’ve never tried baking with einkorn before, this is a great beginner recipe.
How to Build a Balanced Burger Night
If you need the perfect companion for your homemade buns, my go-to burger recipe couldn’t be simpler: just grass-fed ground beef and sea salt. When you’re working with high-quality beef, you really don’t need much else.
Where I love to get creative is with the toppings. Some of my favorites? Primal Kitchen’s sugar-free, avocado oil-based sauces, like their classic ketchup, spicy mustard, or chipotle mayo (use code KELLY for 15% off). Add some crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and maybe a few pickles, and you’ve got a burger night that feels both indulgent and nourishing.
And because no burger night is complete without fries… let me introduce you to Jesse & Ben’s seed oil-free French fries! They keep it super simple and clean—just organic potatoes, avocado oil or grass-fed beef tallow, and sea salt. No vegetable oils, no fillers, just real food that crisps up beautifully in the oven. The boys love them, and I love knowing we’re skipping the inflammatory seed oils you typically find in restaurant fries or frozen bags.
Pair these fries with your grass-fed burgers and my 5-Ingredient Burger Buns, and you’ve got the ultimate feel-good, family-friendly meal.
These homemade buns let you say “yes” to both the burger and the bun—whether it’s for yourself or your kids. They’re incredibly easy to make with just a handful of real-food ingredients and hold up beautifully for burgers, sandwiches, or even breakfast sandwiches the next morning.
Interested in more healthy recipes for a summer BBQ?
These are perfect for an impromptu gathering, 4th of July potluck, or simply an elevated summer grill out:
