How to Make Hamantashen Ii in 5 Minutes

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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!

Hamantashen II Recipe - Allrecipes.com

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
  2. 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.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and vanilla extract together. Pour this into the flour mixture and combine until a soft dough forms.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about an hour. This helps to firm it up, making it easier to work with.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. 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).
  7. 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.
  8. Arrange the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each one.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. 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!