Buttery Hamantaschen

Vegetarian
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Buttery Hamantaschen
45 min.
35
98kcal

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Experience the delightful flavors of traditional Jewish pastry with a modern twist by making these Buttery Hamantaschen! Perfectly suited for a variety of occasions, these delectable treats are not only a popular choice for Purim celebrations but also make for a delightful snack or appetizer at any gathering. Their flaky, buttery crust, combined with a sweet orange zest infusion, will have everyone reaching for seconds!

What sets these Hamantaschen apart is their easy preparation and the inviting aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake. With just a handful of ingredients and about 45 minutes of your time, you can create approximately 35 irresistible pastries that are light, flaky, and bursting with flavor. Plus, they cater to vegetarian diets, making them a guilt-free indulgence for all your friends and family.

These pastries can be filled with your favorite sweet fillings—from jams to nut mixtures, the possibilities are endless! Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a melt-in-your-mouth sensation. So gather your mixing bowls and rolling pins, and dive into a baking adventure that will surely impress everyone at your next meal!

Ingredients

  •  eggs room temperature
  • 2.3 cups flour 
  • glass combine everything in a bowl and chill with 3-inch diameter rim
  • tsp orange zest grated
  • 0.3 tsp salt 
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted room temperature
  • tsp vanilla 
  • tsp water (if needed)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • cookie cutter
  • rolling pin
  • sifter

Directions

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  3. Buttery Hamantaschen
  4. Ingredients3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature2/3 cup sugar1 egg, room temperature1 tsp vanilla1 tsp grated orange zest2 1/4 cups flour1/4 tsp salt1-5 tsp water (if needed)You will also need
  5. Large mixing bowl, electric mixer, sifter, pastry scraper, rolling pin, 3-inch cookie cutter or drinking glass with 3-inch diameter rim
  6. Servings: About 35 hamantaschen
  7. Kosher Key: Dairy

Nutrition Facts

Calories98kcal
Protein6.91%
Fat38.83%
Carbs54.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.15
Glycemic Load
7.1
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.509565225114%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:98.18kcal
4.91%
Fat:4.22g
6.5%
Saturated Fat:2.55g
15.94%
Carbohydrates:13.27g
4.42%
Net Carbohydrates:12.92g
4.7%
Sugar:3.85g
4.27%
Cholesterol:15.13mg
5.04%
Sodium:50.88mg
2.21%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.21%
100%
Protein:1.69g
3.38%
Selenium:3.18µg
4.55%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.26%
Folate:15.46µg
3.86%
Iron:0.59mg
3.27%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.82%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.79%
Vitamin A:128.59IU
2.57%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.39%
Fiber:0.36g
1.42%
Phosphorus:12.35mg
1.24%