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:**
– 1 box of yellow cake mix
– 2 eggs
– 1/3 cup vegetable oil
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– Fruit jam of your choice (such as raspberry, apricot, or prune)
– Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Transfer the filled hamantaschen to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them a few inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
7. Repeat the rolling, filling, and shaping process with the remaining dough until all the hamantaschen are formed.
8. Bake the hamantaschen in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the bottoms are set.
9. 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.
10. Once cooled, you can dust the hamantaschen with powdered sugar for a decorative touch before serving.
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.
