Hamantaschen Best Ever

Delight in the irresistible charm of "Hamantaschen Best Ever," the ultimate recipe for these iconic triangular cookies that are perfect for Purim celebrations or any time of year. Featuring a rich, buttery dough enhanced with a hint of vanilla and optional orange zest for a citrusy twist, these cookies come together with a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Fill them with your favorite fillings—like sweet apricot jam, indulgent Nutella, traditional poppy seed, or even chocolate chips—for a flavor combination that's uniquely yours. With just 30 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of baking, this recipe will yield 24 beautifully golden cookies that are perfect for sharing. Whether you're new to baking Hamantaschen or looking to perfect your technique, this foolproof recipe ensures crisp edges, sealed corners, and compliments galore.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons orange zest (optional, for added flavor)
• 1 cup your choice of fillings (e.g., apricot jam, poppy seed filling, Nutella, or chocolate chips)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest (if using).

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it is manageable.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two discs, 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

Remove one disc of dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 8

Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut circles from the dough. Gather scraps, re-roll, and cut more circles as needed.

Step 9

Place a teaspoon of your chosen filling in the center of each circle. Be careful not to overfill, as it may cause the cookies to open during baking.

Step 10

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to form a triangular shape, pinching the corners tightly to seal.

Step 11

Place the formed Hamantaschen onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 12

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Serve and enjoy your delicious Hamantaschen! Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	977.9 grams (977.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3692

Total Fat 157.00g	201%
Saturated Fat 94.60g	473%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 760mg	253%
Sodium 1269mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 538.90g	196%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 270.60g
Protein 44.50g	89%

Vitamin D 168IU	838%
Calcium 160mg	12%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 749mg	16%

*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: 37.7%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 57.5%