Keto Buns

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My homemade keto buns are buttery and soft and need only 5 ingredients. They’re the perfect hamburger buns! 2 grams of net carbs. 

Need more keto bread recipes? Try my keto biscuits, keto bread, keto rolls, and keto cheese bread next.

keto buns.

I’ve tried and tested just about every keto hamburger bun on the market, and let me tell you, I have yet to be impressed. 

So I started making my own, and I’ll never go back. My low-carb buns are light yet firm, and despite a few low-carb swaps, they taste even better than regular burger buns.  

Table of Contents
  1. Why I love this recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. How to make keto buns
  4. Arman’s recipe tips
  5. Storage instructions
  6. More low carb bread recipes to try
  7. Easy Keto Buns (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

  • So darn easy to make. If you thought it was hard to make hamburger buns from scratch, this recipe will convince you otherwise. 
  • Versatile. Obviously they make a great keto burger bun, but you can skip the sesame seeds and use them as dinner rolls or make keto sandwiches!
  • Healthier than store-bought. Mainstream low carb buns have a TON of fillers and sweeteners like psyllium husk powder and high fructose corn syrup. Mine, on the other hand, are made with basic pantry staples. 
  • They’re gluten-free. I use almond flour, which means they’re also paleo!

★★★★★ REVIEW 

“Quick, easy, delicious burger buns. This is exactly what I was looking for. You won’t miss a burger bun ever again!”Stephanie

Ingredients needed

  • Shredded cheese. Mozarrella cheese works best, as it is mild tasting and works well into the dough. You can also use cheddar cheese, but it will have a more obvious cheesy flavor. 
  • Cream cheese. Softened and full fat. 
  • Eggs. Two eggs will be used in the dough, and the other will be whisked and brushed on top of the buns to create a shiny brown crust! 
  • Almond flour. You must use blanched almond flour, not almond meal. The latter will make for a crumbly dough.  
  • Baking powder. Gives the buns a little stability and structure. 
  • Sesame seeds. Optional, but any good hamburger bun MUST have sesame seeds on top!

How to make keto buns

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 1- Prep. Preheat the oven to 200C/400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2- Melt the cheese. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the shredded cheese and cream cheese. Microwave until the cheese is mostly melted. Whisk until combined and smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 3- Make the dough. Transfer the cheese mixture to a food processor. Add the dry ingredients and two eggs, and pulse until a thick dough remains.

Step 4- Shape. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured kitchen surface. Using wet hands, knead the dough several times. Once it’s smooth, divide it into six portions. Roll out portions of dough balls and place them on the baking sheet. Press each into a burger bun shape. 

Step 5- Bake. Brush the tops with the remaining whisked egg, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and bake for 14-17 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice in half.

keto hamburger buns.

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Make sure the cheese is warm but not hot. If it’s too hot, the eggs will cook in the dough. 
  • Serve them warm. These buns are best served warm. Otherwise, they can be firm and dense. I like to quickly microwave them for 20 seconds to make them fluffy again.
  • Make slider buns. Form smaller dough balls and reduce the baking time by 2 minutes.

Storage instructions

To store: Leftover buns should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week. 

To freeze: Slice the buns in half, place them in a ziplock bag, and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 

Reheating: Either microwave the buns for 30 seconds or slice them in half and heat in a non-stick pan until warm. 

low carb hamburger buns.

More low carb bread recipes to try

keto buns

Easy Keto Buns

5 from 1397 votes
These keto buns are soft, fluffy, and with a tender crumb, you won't believe them to be low carb! Simple ingredients and perfect for hamburgers, sliders, and more!
Servings: 6 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 25 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 200C/400F. Line a large baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, add the shredded cheese and cream cheese. Microwave in 20 second spurts, until the cheese is mostly melted. Remove and whisk together, until combined and smooth. Let the mixture cool slightly.
  • Transfer the warm cheese mixture into a food processor. Add the dry ingredients, along with the eggs, and pulse until a thick dough remains.
  • Lightly dust a kitchen surface with almond flour. Transfer the dough onto it, and, using slightly wet hands, knead it several times. Once the dough is smooth, divide it into 6 portions. Roll the portions of dough into balls and place them on the lined tray. Press down onto each one into a thinner burger bun shape. Brush the tops with the remaining egg (whisked), before sprinkling the sesame seeds on top.
  • Bake the buns for 14-17 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes, before slicing in half and serving.

Notes

* Mozzarella cheese is best, as it is mild flavored. You can also use cheddar cheese or provolone, but the flavor will be more prominent. 
** 2 eggs will be used for the dough, and the remaining egg will be used to brush on top of the buns. 
For slider buns, make 12 portions. 
For the glaze and topping: 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
TO STORE: Leftover buns should be stored in the refrigerator, covered. They will keep well for up to 1 week.
TO FREEZE: Slice the buns in half and place them in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 
TO REHEAT: Either microwave the buns for 30 seconds or slice them in half and heat in a non-stick pan until warm. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 15gFat: 19gSodium: 790mgPotassium: 111mgFiber: 3gVitamin A: 663IUCalcium: 498mgIron: 2mgNET CARBS: 2g
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
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Originally published February 2021, updated and republished July 2024

Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    Well I definitely had my doubts looking at the photos of these perfect-looking buns, especially when I was trying to “knead” the dough which was pretty messy and almost unworkable. But I followed the directions and the buns were really excellent, they looked cute, held together well and so much more delicious than store-bought keto options which taste like cardboard. I’m definitely making these again! I’d love to experiment with different kinds of cheese.

  2. 5 stars
    Quick easy delicious burger buns. This is exactly what I was looking for. You won’t miss a burger bun ever again!

  3. Addendum
    Removal won’t be necessary, thanks. I kept watching and caught a few seconds between two of the pop-up ads. Sadly, these contain too much fat for my dietary restrictions. I was so hopeful they’d fit within my needs.

  4. 5 stars
    Hi! I used cheddar cheese because that is all I had. They taste amazing!! I found that salting the bun after it was cooked made it better! Thank you so much for this recipe!! Love it!! 💗

    1. Could you please move the advertisements that continually pop up and block the “NUTRITION”? I would VERY MUCH appreciate it, as I’m diabetic and need most, if not all, of the nutrition facts.
      Thank you!

      1. Addendum
        Removal won’t be necessary, thanks. I kept watching and caught a few seconds between two of the pop-up ads. Sadly, these contain too much fat for my dietary restrictions. I was so hopeful they’d fit within my needs.

  5. 5 stars
    Perfect buns! Don’t make too flat, will spread out. Also, couldn’t kneed dough, it was a sticky messs. I haven’t frozen or reheated from fridge yet but looking forward to tomorrow.

  6. I made these twice now and we LOVE them! Beef on weck is a staple of Buffalo NY so on top of some of the rolls I sprinkled sea salt and caraway seeds to make weck rolls. Couldn’t be happier! Thank you!