Introduction to Keto Hamburger Buns
Our keto hamburger buns are fluffy and bread-y, just how they should be. Plus, these low-carb hamburger buns actually hold up to all your delicious keto toppings. No more soggy keto cloud bread or overly crunchy cheese wraps, because these almond flour hamburger buns are sure to knock your socks off!
Are Hamburger Buns Keto?
As delicious as bread is, unfortunately, standard hamburger buns are NOT keto. For one standard sesame seed crusted hamburger bun, there are 28 grams of carbs; and less than 1 gram of fiber. No need to fear, our keto hamburger buns are only TWO net carbs each!
No More Bun-less Keto Burgers
While you can have bun-less burgers on keto, what’s the fun in that! Instead of settling for a boring old lettuce wrap, we brought the best keto hamburger buns to the table. They are made with a blend of almond flour and coconut flour, making them the perfect low-carb hamburger bun to enjoy at any occasion.
Fathead Keto Hamburger Buns
If you want to make keto-friendly hamburger buns, you have to try a fathead dough recipe. It makes soft, pliable, and sturdy buns when warmed. So, what is fathead dough? Fathead dough is a keto-friendly dough based on mozzarella cheese, almond flour, and eggs. It’s rich in fat and protein, while still being super low in carbs.
Why Avoid Fiber
As you can see, this recipe includes no oat fiber or psyllium husk. We’ve found that too much fiber in our diets can actually upset our stomachs and cause gas and bloating. Overall, we felt there was no better keto-friendly bun route to go than one without any added fiber. These buns are still light, fluffy, and delicious, perfect for all your recipe needs.
Gluten-Free Keto Hamburger Buns
If you are gluten-free, these keto hamburger buns are going to be the best recipe for you. They are made with a blend of coconut and almond flour, two high-quality low-carb flours. Now, there’s no need to pick up overpriced “gluten-free” marketed products that are packed with rice starch and fillers.
Coconut & Almond Flour
Typical keto bread and low-carb burger buns are made with fibers to lower the carbs. Our keto burger buns, on the other hand, use high-quality ingredients like cream cheese, coconut flour, and almond flour. This keto bread/bun recipe uses both coconut and almond flour because it provides the best bread-like texture without any added fibers to make it chewy.
Other Bun-Free Options
If you are so strapped for time, making keto burger buns sounds like a chore, there are other options. Some additional vegetable options include:
- Lettuce – This one’s an obvious classic, but pretty much any restaurant will give you a bun-less burger if you ask.
- Roasted Eggplant Slices – Crisp up some eggplant in an air fryer or oven. Then, sandwich a burger patty between two slices and fill it with all the fix-ins.
- Portobello Mushrooms – Portobello mushrooms make great meaty buns when cooked on a hot grill. Drizzle with some olive oil and a sprinkle of salt for extra flavor.
- Bell Peppers – Bell pepper halves make crisp and refreshing burger buns. We leave them raw, but they are also great with a light char from the grill.
What to Put in the Best Keto Hamburger Buns
There are endless recipe options to put inside these delicious keto hamburger buns. Some of our favorite easy-to-make recipe options to put in this low-carb bread are:
- Buffalo Chicken Burger – These buffalo chicken burgers are the perfect burger for your low-carb diet. They are packed with flavor and spice, making them a great patty to go alongside our buns recipe.
- Our Loaded Jalapeño Burger – When we say loaded, we mean it. This easy-to-make burger has bacon, cheese, and even grilled jalapeños.
- Low-Carb Chicken Salad – Our chicken salad is creamy from high-quality mayo and crisp from fresh crunchy celery. It’s the perfect blend of flavor and texture to go inside your fluffy keto hamburger buns.
Can I Make Dairy-Free Hamburger Buns?
In order to make hamburger buns keto, we had to swap ingredients to make a fathead dough (a dough based on cheese and eggs). That being said, this dough will not work without the cheese and cream cheese. They make the dough chewy and bread-like while still being low in net carbs.
How to Make Keto Hamburger Buns
It’s grilling season, and that means it’s time to perfect both your hamburger recipe and burger bun recipe. So, let’s get started making the best almond flour burger bun you’ve ever had!
Equipment
These almond flour keto buns are pretty simple to make and don’t require many tools. All you will need is a large baking sheet, a silpat mat or parchment paper, and an ice cream scoop.
Ingredients
For these keto buns, you will need shredded mozzarella, eggs, and cream cheese. Make sure the mozzarella is pre-shredded and not the big fresh ball type. If it is fresh, it will have too much water and make a soupy mess when microwaved.
Preparing Low-Carb Hamburger Buns
To make hamburger buns keto, begin by preheating the oven to 375 degrees F. Then, in a bowl, microwave the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese. Work in 45-second intervals, stirring in-between. If you let it cook too long, the cheese may burn in the bowl.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a large, microwave-safe bowl, add the cream cheese and mozzarella cheese. Microwave for 45 seconds and then stir. Microwave for another 30-45 seconds until smooth.
- Next, add in the egg and egg white and mix with a fork until well combined.
- After that, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, and baking powder into the dough. Then, line a baking sheet with parchment or a slipmat.
- Use an ice cream scoop to divide the batter into 4 buns, then roll them into balls with your hands. Place them on the silicone mat and press down gently. Brush the dough with water and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until light golden brown.
Storing Burger Buns
Our hamburger bun recipe stores well in the fridge for 7-10 days. We do not recommend storing the low-carb buns on the counter as they do have a lot of cheese and dairy, meaning they will mold if left out.
Tips for the Best Keto Low-Carb Bun
If you’re ready to make the best keto-friendly hamburger bun ever, you’ll want to look at these helpful tips:
- Don’t Overfill the Baking Sheet – This shouldn’t be an issue as the recipe makes 4 buns (with just 2 net carbs per bun!) in each batch.
- Don’t Skip the Sesame – Sesame seeds really are what set these buns apart and make them feel like an authentic hamburger bun over a roll.
- Warm Before Serving – This recipe uses egg whites to make a fluffy dough and cheese to make them bread-like without psyllium husk.
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 353
- Calories from Fat 261
- % Daily Value*
- Fat 29g, 45%
- Saturated Fat 9g, 45%
- Trans Fat 1g
- Cholesterol 84mg, 28%
- Sodium 302mg, 13%
- Potassium 230mg, 7%
- Carbohydrates 6g, 2%
- Fiber 4g, 16%
- Sugar 2g, 2%
- Protein 17g, 34%
- Vitamin A 486IU, 10%
- Calcium 331mg, 33%
- Iron 2mg, 11%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
