Purim Cookie

Purim is a festive Jewish holiday celebrating Queen Esther’s bravery and the triumph of good over evil. One of the highlights of Purim is giving and receiving delicious treats like Hamantaschen, also known as Purim cookies. These triangular-shaped pastries are traditionally filled with sweet fillings like jams, chocolate, or poppy seeds. As the holiday approaches, what better way to spread joy than with a batch of homemade Purim Cookies? Let’s dive into this delightful recipe perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Title: Purim Cookie

Ingredients:
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Fillings of your choice: raspberry jam, chocolate spread, poppy seed filling

Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

2. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and mix using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and vanilla extract together. Then pour the egg mixture into the flour mixture.

4. Stir the ingredients together until they form a dough. If the dough feels too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time until the dough holds together.

5. Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.

6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

7. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter, glass, or jar lid to cut out circles.

8. Place a teaspoon of your desired filling in the center of each circle. Traditional fillings include raspberry jam, chocolate spread, or poppy seed filling.

9. To shape the cookies, fold up three sides of the circle to form a triangle, pinching the edges tightly to seal the filling inside.

10. Place the filled Purim cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. Once cooled, these delightful Purim cookies are ready to be enjoyed with your loved ones. Remember, sharing these treats adds an extra touch of joy to your Purim celebrations.

Enjoy the process of creating these delicious Purim cookies, a delightful treat that embodies the festive spirit of the holiday. With their sweet fillings and triangular shape symbolizing Haman’s hat, these cookies make a perfect gift for friends and family. Embrace the tradition of giving and savor the flavors of Purim with every bite of these homemade delights.