Purim Hamantaschen (Stuffed Pastry Dough With Filling)

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 0
How to Make Purim Hamantaschen - A Sweet and Delectable Pastry Recipe
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups unbleached flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup sugar
8 tablespoons cold butter , cut into small pieces
2 eggs , lightly beaten
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 envelope active dry yeast
1/4 cup lukewarm water
1/2 cup sugar
4 -5 cups unbleached flour
1/2 cup milk ( or soy milk for non-dairy )
1 pinch salt
2 eggs
8 tablespoons butter or 8 tablespoons margarine , melted and cooled
1 cup poppy seed
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup milk ( or soy milk )
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 cup raisins
1 lb unsweetened pitted prune , chopped ( about 3 cups )
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup honey
3/4 cup chopped walnuts ( optional )
1/2 lb prune butter ( `` lekvar '' )
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon honey
1 cup chopped walnuts ( optional )
1 egg , beaten with 1 tbsp water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
315
Sugar
16g
Fat
12g
Purim Hamantaschen is a traditional Jewish pastry enjoyed during the Purim holiday. These triangular pastries are often filled with a sweet and flavorful mixture, such as poppy seed, fruit, or chocolate. Hamantaschen have a rich history dating back to ancient Persia and are named after the villainous character Haman from the Purim story. This recipe yields a delicious and sweet treat that is perfect for sharing with family and friends during Purim or any time of year.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2.Cut in the butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
3.Add the eggs, lemon peel, yeast, and lukewarm water. Mix until the dough forms.
4.Cover the dough and let it rise for an hour.
5.To make the filling, mix together the ingredients for your desired flavor: poppy seeds, honey and milk, or lekvar. Set aside.
6.Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
7.Cut the dough into circles using a 2-inch cookie cutter.
8.Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.
9.Fold the edges together and pinch them shut to form a triangle with the filling peeking through.
10.Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
11.Place the hamantaschen on the baking sheet and brush them with an egg wash made from beaten egg and water.
12.Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
13.Let the hamantaschen cool on a wire rack before serving.

PROS

Purim Hamantaschen is a versatile pastry that can be filled with a variety of flavors to please any palate.

They are a traditional Jewish pastry often served during Purim festivities.

Hamantaschen can be frozen and enjoyed later.

CONS

The dough for this pastry can be difficult to work with and may require some practice.

The sweetness and richness of the filling may not be to everyone’s taste.

These pastries are not particularly healthy and should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Purim Hamantaschen is not a health food, the ingredients used in the filling have some nutritional benefits.
Poppy seeds are high in antioxidants, while prunes are a good source of fiber and vitamin A.

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