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Hamantaschen

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Introduction

Hamantaschen, a beloved Jewish treat known for its triangular shape and delectable filling, has been delighting taste buds across generations. This recipe brings the essence of tradition into your kitchen with simple yet delicious ingredients that are easy to find and prepare at home.

Tips for this Recipe

Ensure all equipment is prepared before you start—it’s key in achieving a smooth baking process. For the dough, measure each ingredient carefully; it impacts texture. Letting your pastry rest makes rolling out easier and improves flavor absorption from the filling.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

The harmonious blend of sweet poppy seeds, aromatic spices like cloves and cinnamon with juicy apricots or prunes creates an experience that is both nostalgic and satisfying. The satisfaction from creating something traditionally enjoyed by many will be rewarding for you as well.

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt, Zest of 1 lemon, 4 large eggs, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup lukew Written in Markdown format for easy integration into web content management systems. This provides a clear structure suitable for various platforms and applications while adhering to HTML5 standards:

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Introduction

Hamantaschen, the iconic triangular-shaped pastries with delightful fillings, have a rich history and are central to Jewish holiday celebrations. This recipe captures the essence of these treats while being approachable for home cooks.

Tips for this Recipe

  • Preheat your oven and prepare baking sheets before you begin mixing ingredients to streamline the process.
  • Measure out dough components accurately to ensure consistency in texture and taste.
  • Allow the dough to rest after combining, enhancing its workability and flavor development.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Experience a fusion of classic spices like cloves and cinnamon with the sweetness from dried apricots or prunes in these hamantaschen. Their rich, complex flavors are sure to resonate with traditionalists and newbies alike.

Ingredients

    4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt, Zest of 1 lemon, 4 large eggs, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup lukewarm water,
    2 cups dried apricots or dried prunes, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water,
    1 cup poppy seeds, 1 1/2 cups dark raisins, 1 1/2 cups golden raisins, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon,
    1 cup sugar.

Historical Background

The origins of hamantaschen can be traced back to the 14th century within Ashkenazi Jewish culture, primarily linked to Purim. Their triangular shape is often interpreted as symbolizing Haman’s hat or ears, celebrating his defeat in a folkloric story.

Fun Facts

Did you know that hamantaschen have evolved beyond their Purim roots? They now come with a variety of fillings and flavors, yet they remain an emblem of Jewish culture. The traditional triangular shape can be found in the most delightful variations today.

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin – Crucial for evenly flattening your dough to achieve consistent results in every bite.
  • Baking Sheet (Silpat or Silicone) – Ensures that hamantaschen don’t stick and brown uniformly, preserving their perfect texture.
  • Parchment Paper – An optional yet handy lining for your baking sheets to prevent any mess during transferring.
  • Pastry Brush – A simple tool used in the traditional method to apply an egg wash, contributing to that signature golden crust on top of each pastry.
  • Spatula – Designed for its egg-shaped form, it’s excellent for handling and transferring pastries from baking sheets.
  • Food Processor or Stand Mixer with Dough Hooks – Increases efficiency when mixing your dough ingredients to the right consistency without extra strain on yourself.
  • Electric Hand Crank Sifter (Optional) – A nod to traditional methods, this tool helps remove lumps from flour or powdered sugar for a finer finish in your hamantaschen dough.
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons – The backbone of any baking recipe, ensuring the perfect balance of ingredients every time.
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Hamantaschen

Hamantaschen

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Equipment

  • - Rolling Pin (Essential for evenly flattening dough)

  • - Baking Sheet (Silpat or Silicone, prevents sticking during baking)

  • - Parchment Paper (Lining option for baking sheets)

  • - Pastry Brush (Applies egg wash for golden coloration upon baking)

  • - Spatula (Egg-shaped design for handling pastries)

  • - Food Processor or Stand Mixer with Dough Hooks (For efficient mixing of ingredients)

  • - Electric Hand Crank Sifter (Optional, traditional sifting approach)

  • - Measuring Cups and Spoons (Accurate measurements for recipe consistency)

  • - Pastry Cutter or Rolling Pin (Cutting shapes from dough)

  • - Bench Scraper (Handles dough cleanly during transfer to baking sheets)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • 2 teaspoons Diamond Crystal kosher salt

  • Zest of 1 lemon

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup canola oil

  • 1/4 cup lukewarm water

  • 2 cups dried apricots or dried prunes

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 cup poppy seeds

  • 1 1/2 cups dark raisins

  • 1 1/2 cups golden raisins

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

  • 1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 2 cups water

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Make the dough: Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest in a large bowl and mix them together with your hands until thoroughly combined. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, sugar, and oil together vigorously until thoroughly combined. Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and mix them together with your hands for 10 to 15 seconds. Add the water and continue mixing with your hands until the dough comes together, another 30 seconds or so.
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Instruction 2

Scrape the dough onto a floured surface, adding a little more f lour if the dough is too sticky. Use your hand to flatten the dough slightly into a thick disk, and wrap the disk very snugly in aluminum foil. Refrigerate until the dough is firmly set, about 3 hours.
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Instruction 3

Make the apricot or prune filling: Combine all the filling ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring them to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Set the mixture aside until it is just cool enough to handle, then transfer it to the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Refrigerate the filling until it's completely cooled before using.
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Instruction 4

Make the poppy-seed filling: Combine all the filling ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce the heat and simmer until the mixture has reduced somewhat, 15 to 20 minutes. Set the mixture aside until it is just cool enough to handle, then transfer it to a food processor and process until the poppy seeds have broken down and are thoroughly incorporated, 5 to 6 minutes. Refrigerate the filling until it's completely cooled before using.
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Instruction 5

Shape, fill, and bake the cookies: Remove the dough from the refrigerator (it will look and feel quite oily) and transfer it to a floured surface. Tear off a small piece of dough and roll it between your hands into a ball roughly the size of a Ping-Pong ball; use your hand to flatten the ball into a thick disk. Repeat with the remaining dough to make roughly 28 disks and hold them in the refrigerator. Then, pull one disk out at a time and place it onto a sheet of floured parchment paper. Fold the edge of the paper over the top of the disk, and use a tortilla press or rolling pin to flatten the dough until it's roughly doubled in width. Using the same sheet of parchment and adding flour as needed, repeat with the remaining dough pieces. Working with 1 flattened piece of dough at a time, dollop a heaping tablespoon of the filling of your choice in the center of the dough. Then gently fold 1 edge of the dough over the side (but not over the top) of the filling and press the edge slightly against the filling so it stays in place. Next, bring up a second edge the same way. Finally, bring up the third edge and pinch the 3 seams together, creating a triangular pastry with a little of the filling still exposed at the top. Transfer it to a 10-by-15-inch baking sheet that's lined with parchment paper and greased with oil or cooking spray (use a bench knife or a metal spatula to gently scrape the bottom of the filled cookie off the work surface, if necessary). Repeat with the remaining dough and filling. Cover the filled cookies with plastic wrap and refrigerate them for about 30 minutes.
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Instruction 6

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the plastic wrap and bake the cookies, rotating the tray halfway through baking, until golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
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