Delightful Triangular Cookies with a Creamy Sweet Spread Filling - A Timeless Treat for Festive Occasions

These delightful triangular cookies, traditionally known as "Hamantaschen," are filled with a creamy sweet spread, offering a perfect blend of tender pastry and luscious filling. The soft and crumbly texture of the dough, enriched with cream and butter, perfectly encases the rich, velvety filling, making every bite a delightful experience.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

You'll adore this recipe for its perfect balance of flavors and textures. The dough is just the right amount of sweet and buttery, and when paired with the creamy filling, it creates a decadent treat that's hard to resist. The ease of preparation, combined with the delightful outcome, makes this a favorite for both baking enthusiasts and novices.

Perfect Occasion

These cookies are ideal for celebrations and festive gatherings, especially during Purim, where their triangular shape is a traditional symbol. They're also perfect for holiday parties, family gatherings, or as a special treat to brighten up any weekend.

Decoration Tips

Once baked and slightly cooled, dust these cookies with powdered sugar for a beautiful, snowy appearance. For a festive touch, you can also drizzle them with a light glaze or sprinkle some colorful nonpareils before the final baking stage to add a pop of color.

• Ingredients:
  • 2 cups (280 grams) of flour
  • 200 grams of soft butter, cubed
  • 100 grams of powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/4 cup of heavy cream or coconut cream
• For the Filling:
  • 1 cup of creamy sweet spread (warmed slightly for easier mixing)
  • 2 tablespoons of almond flour or crushed biscuits
• Instructions:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, powdered sugar, and cubed butter. Mix until the mixture resembles crumbs.
  2. Add cream and process until the dough forms a ball.
  3. Flatten the dough, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about an hour.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  5. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 4mm. If necessary, dust the dough lightly with more flour.
  6. Cut out circles, place a teaspoon of the filling in the center of each, and fold into a triangle, sealing the edges well.
  7. Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 15-17 minutes until golden.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Enjoy!