Hamburger or slider buns
Hamburger or slider buns are soft, round, yeast-leavened bread rolls specifically designed to cradle a burger patty. They are typically made from enriched wheat flour, water, yeast, sugar, salt, and fat like butter or oil, often topped with sesame seeds. This iconic bread roll is a staple of American cuisine, integral to the classic hamburger and its miniaturized counterpart, the slider.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These buns are primarily a source of carbohydrates, providing quick energy, with a modest amount of protein from the wheat flour. A standard bun contains roughly 150-200 calories and offers key nutrients like iron and B vitamins, especially if made with enriched flour.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.2 mg |
| Folate | 75 mcg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 65 mg |
| Selenium | 10 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 bun (approx. 50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the soft, slightly sweet bun is engineered not to overpower the patty but to absorb its juices, making it a perfect vehicle. Nutritionally, the rise of whole-grain and alternative-flour buns reflects a shift towards adding fiber and nutrients to this classic carbohydrate source.
