If you’re looking for a delightful treat to enjoy with friends and family, you’re in for a treat with this Hamantashen recipe. These delicious pastries are traditionally filled with sweet fillings and shaped like a triangle, making them a unique and gorgeous addition to any dessert table!
Hamantashen II
Check out this beautiful image of Hamantashen — a dessert that’s not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Your choice of filling (e.g., apricot, poppy seed, or chocolate)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Add the softened butter and cream cheese to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and vanilla extract together. Pour this into the flour mixture and combine until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour. This helps to firm it up, making it easier to work with.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles (about 3 inches in diameter).
- Place about a teaspoon of your chosen filling in the center of each circle. Fold the edges of the circle up to form a triangle, pinching the edges together to seal.
- Arrange the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving for a little extra sweetness!
Enjoy these delightful Hamantashen with a cup of tea or coffee, or serve them at your next gathering — they’re sure to be a hit!