Cake Mix Hamantaschen
Sweet, chewy, and filled with your favorite jam flavors, Cake Mix Hamantaschen are a delightful treat perfect for celebrations or just snacking at home. These traditional Jewish pastries are typically made with a dough that requires chilling and rolling, but our version simplifies the process by using cake mix as the base for a quick and easy alternative. With just a few ingredients and some creative filling options, you can whip up a batch of these delectable treats in no time. Get ready to enjoy the delicious taste of these Cake Mix Hamantaschen!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and all-purpose flour. Stir until a soft dough forms. If the dough seems too sticky, you can add a bit more flour until it reaches a workable consistency.
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Divide the dough into two equal pieces. Place one piece of dough on a well-floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (about 3 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.
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Spoon a small amount of fruit jam into the center of each circle. Be careful not to overfill, as this can cause the filling to leak out during baking.
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To shape the hamantaschen, fold the edges of the dough circle up to create a triangle shape, leaving a small opening in the center to showcase the filling. Pinch the corners tightly to secure the shape.
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Transfer the filled hamantaschen to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
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Repeat the rolling, filling, and shaping process with the remaining dough until all the hamantaschen are formed.
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Bake the hamantaschen in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the bottoms are set.
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Remove the hamantaschen from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, you can dust the hamantaschen with powdered sugar for a decorative touch before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 hamantaschen- Calories
- 180 kcal
- Total Fat
- 8 g
- Saturated Fat
- 1.5 g
- Cholesterol
- 35 mg
- Sodium
- 160 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 25 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 0.5 g
- Sugars
- 15 g
- Protein
- 2 g
Enjoy these Cake Mix Hamantaschen with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat that is sure to please your taste buds and impress your family and friends. Feel free to experiment with different flavors of fruit jam or even add a touch of citrus zest to the dough for a unique twist. These easy-to-make pastries are a wonderful way to celebrate tradition and create lasting memories in your cozy home.