- 2 c.
flour
- 2 tsp.
baking powder
- 1/2 c.
sugar
- 1/2 c.
shortening
- 2 eggs,
beaten
- 1/2 tsp.
vanilla
- 1/2 tsp.
rum or almond extract
1. In a
large bowl, mix dry ingredients.
2. Cut in
shortening.
3. Add eggs
and extracts, mix well to form dough into a
ball.
4. Roll out
dough on a floured surface and cut into
circles using a 1 lb. coffee can for large
Hamantaschen or a wide mouth glass for
smaller Hamantaschen.
5. Place
filling in center of each circle and turn up
3 edges to form a triangle. Pinch touching
edges together to seal.
6. Bake in
oven preheated to 350 degrees F. for 25 to
30 minutes until lightly golden.
7. Cool
completely; store in airtight container. |
