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6 Clever Ways to Use Leftover Hamburger Buns

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Transform leftover hamburger buns into delicious dishes like homemade breadcrumbs, savory bread pudding, mini pizzas, and more.

Ingredients

  • Leftover Hamburger Buns
  • Cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
  • Fresh Herbs (basil, parsley, chives)
  • Eggs
  • Vegetables (onions, bell peppers, mushrooms)
  • Cooking Oil (olive oil, butter, or avocado oil)
  • Spices (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Tear the buns into smaller pieces and spread them on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and herbs.
  4. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and crunchy.
  5. Let cool and toss in a food processor for finer crumbs.
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Whisk together 4 eggs, 2 cups of milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. Tear buns into pieces and add to the egg mixture along with vegetables and cheese.
  4. Let sit for 15 minutes to soak.
  5. Pour into baking dish, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 30-35 minutes.
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice each bun in half and lay cut-side-up on a baking sheet.
  3. Spread pizza sauce on each half.
  4. Top with cheese, vegetables, and meats.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes until bubbly.
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Spread butter on cut sides of each bun.
  3. Fill with deli meats, cheeses, and veggies.
  4. Grill until golden and cheese melts.
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove the top of each bun and scoop out some insides.
  3. Mix the insides with cooked meat, veggies, and cheese.
  4. Fill the buns with the mixture and place upside down on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and hot.
  1. Preheat your skillet over medium heat and whisk together eggs, milk, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Dip the buns into the mixture to soak.
  3. Cook in the skillet until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Serve warm with syrup or fruit.

Notes

Use stale buns for best results. Can be adapted for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.

Nutrition

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