Delicious and Easy Purim Hamentashen Recipe

This easy Purim Hamentashen recipe will bring joy to your celebrations. These delectable, triangular-shaped cookies are traditionally filled with sweet fillings like fruit preserves and chocolate. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you'll have a batch of homemade hamentashen in no time. So gather your loved ones, put on some festive music, and make this beloved treat for Purim.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup milk
• Your choice of fruit preserves or chocolate spread for filling
• Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Divide the dough into two equal portions, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (0.6 cm).
8. Using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the dough.
9. Place a teaspoon of fruit preserves or chocolate spread in the center of each circle.
10. Fold up the edges of the circle to create a triangular shape, pinching the corners tightly together to seal the filling inside.
11. Transfer the filled cookies to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
12. Repeat the rolling, cutting, filling, and sealing process with the remaining dough.
13. Bake the hamentashen in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
14. Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
15. Enjoy these delicious Purim Hamentashen with family and friends!

Interesting Facts