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Apricot Hamantaschen

Apricot Hamantaschen: Quick, Easy Fruit-Filled Delights

Apricot Hamantaschen are delightful fruit-filled cookies, perfect for celebrations and easy to make.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar can use granulated sugar for a different texture
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level for accuracy
  • 1 pinch salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter very cold; can use margarine for dairy-free
  • 2 large egg yolks do not substitute with egg whites
  • a few tablespoons ice cold water can swap with milk for a richer taste
For the Filling
  • 1 cup apricot jam use high-quality for best flavor

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • 3-inch round cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a food processor, combine confectioners' sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt. Pulse until well mixed, then add cold unsalted butter. Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Add egg yolks and a few tablespoons of ice-cold water, pulsing until the dough clumps together.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead gently to form a ball, divide into two discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  5. Roll out one disc of dough to about ⅛ inch thick and cut out 3-inch circles. Repeat with the second disc.
  6. Brush each circle with an egg wash, place a teaspoon of apricot jam in the center, fold edges to form triangular shapes, and pinch corners tightly.
  7. Arrange hamantaschen on baking sheets and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is very cold for a flaky texture. Don't overfill to prevent leaking jams. Chill formed cookies before baking for the best result.

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