Hamantaschen

Celebrate tradition and sweetness with this irresistible Hamantaschen recipe, the perfect treat for Purim or any time you're craving something special. These buttery, triangular pastries boast a tender, golden dough that cradles a dollop of your favorite filling—whether it's classic poppy seed, fruity apricot jam, or indulgent chocolate spread. With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and vanilla extract, you'll create a versatile dough that's easy to handle and bakes beautifully. The recipe's simple folding technique transforms each round of dough into the iconic three-cornered shape, making the process as enjoyable as the result. Ready in under two hours, including chilling time, these delightful cookies are perfect for sharing with family or impressing guests at your next celebration. Whether you're honoring a holiday or simply indulging in tradition, Hamantaschen is a must-bake treat full of flavor and charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups your chosen filling (e.g., apricot jam, poppy seed filling, or chocolate spread)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two balls, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough ball to 1/8-inch thickness. Keep the other dough ball in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 8

Using a 3-inch round cookie cutter, cut circles from the rolled-out dough.

Step 9

Place the circles onto the prepared baking sheet and add about 1 teaspoon of your chosen filling to the center of each circle.

Step 10

To form the triangular shape, fold the edges of each circle up around the filling, pinching the corners firmly to seal.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 12

Bake the Hamantaschen in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden.

Step 13

Allow the pastries to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(975.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3757.2

Total Fat 157.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 759.5mg	0%
Sodium 1254.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 544.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g	0%
Total Sugars 240.2g
Protein 50.7g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 160.8mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 747.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 57.4%