Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make treat for your next celebration? Look no further than Hamantaschen, the traditional Jewish cookies often associated with Purim. These delicious pastries are filled with sweet fillings and shaped like little hats. In this post, we’ll guide you through a step-by-step recipe to make your own batch of Hamantaschen that your friends and family will love!
Easy Hamantaschen Cookies
These cookies are a delightful mix of buttery dough and various fillings, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Your choice of fillings (such as apricot jam, poppy seed filling, or chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs and vanilla extract together. Then, add this mixture to the flour mixture and mix until it forms a smooth dough.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour.
- Once the dough is chilled, take it out and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick.
- Using a round cookie cutter, cut out circles of dough (approximately 3 inches in diameter).
- Place a teaspoon of your chosen filling in the center of each circle.
- To shape the Hamantaschen, fold the edges of the circle over the filling to form a triangular shape, pinching the corners to seal them.
- Place the shaped cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
These Hamantaschen cookies are not only fun to make but are also a joy to eat. With their buttery crust and sweet filling, they are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. Enjoy your baking!
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