Classic Hamentaschen by Rose Engel from Adat Ari El’s California Kosher-1991

Hamentaschen are traditional Jewish pastries typically eaten during the holiday of Purim. The triangular shape is said to represent the hat or ears of the villain Haman, who is associated with the story of Purim.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Classic Hamentaschen by Rose Engel from Adat Ari El’s California Kosher-1991

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Jewish Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Pastry Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 3 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Fruit preserves (e.g., apricot, raspberry)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt until a dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into two equal parts and wrap each in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Roll out one portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
5. Use a round cookie cutter or glass to cut out circles from the dough.
6. Place a teaspoon of fruit preserves in the center of each circle.
7. Fold the edges of the circle towards the center, forming a triangle shape with the filling exposed. Pinch the corners to seal.
8. Repeat steps 4-7 with the remaining dough and filling.
9. Place the filled triangles on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Allow the hamentaschen to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7g11%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.