Sweet Apple Hamantashen
Sweet Apple Hamantashen are scrumptious triangular cookies that bring a festive touch to any occasion. These vegetarian treats are filled with luscious apple pie filling, creating a perfect balance of sweet and buttery flavors. Ideal for those following a vegetarian diet, this Jewish cuisine classic is also gluten and egg-free, making it a great option for various dietary needs.
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Recipe Collection: Dessert
Serving Size: 17
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Overview
Hamantashen II is a delightful filled cookie dough recipe, perfect for festive occasions or as a sweet treat. These triangular cookies are traditionally filled with fruit preserves or pie fillings, offering a delicious balance of sweet and buttery flavors.
Diet Type
Vegetarian
Allergies
Eggs, Gluten
Cuisine
Jewish
Ingredients
- 4 Whole eggs, whisked
- 1 Cup (c) vegetable oil
- 1.25 Cups (c) white sugar
- 2 Teaspoons (tsp) vanilla extract
- 3 Teaspoons (tsp) baking powder
- 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
- 5.5 Cups (c) all-purpose flour
- 21 Ounces (oz) apple pie filling, packaged
Steps
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl until they are well combined. Add the vegetable oil and mix thoroughly.
- Incorporate Sugar and Flavorings: Gradually add the white sugar, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the egg mixture, stirring continuously until well mixed.
- Form the Dough: Slowly incorporate the all-purpose flour into the mixture, blending until a smooth dough forms. Be patient during this process to ensure even consistency.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for a few hours or overnight to allow it to firm up. This step is important for maintaining the shape during baking.
- Knead the Dough: Once chilled, knead the dough until it becomes soft enough to roll out, ensuring it is pliable and smooth.
- Roll and Cut the Dough: Roll the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness on a floured surface. Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut circles from the dough.
- Add Filling: Place approximately 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling in the center of each dough circle, making sure to leave enough edge for folding.
- Shape the Cookies: Fold the edges of the dough circle towards the center to form a triangular shape, pinching the corners to seal properly.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) to preheat while you prepare the cookies.
- Bake: Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet, leaving space between each piece. Bake for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown, ensuring even baking.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your homemade Hamantashen as a delightful treat!
This recipe is an inviting way to celebrate with a traditional Jewish pastry that combines sweet and buttery elements beautifully.