Apricot Hamantaschen: Quick and Family-Friendly Dessert Idea

At Eminent Recipes, we celebrate family-friendly dishes that bring joy to the table while keeping cooking simple and approachable. Apricot Hamantaschen are a perfect reflection of this philosophy—soft, buttery cookies filled with sweet apricot jam that are perfect for holidays or everyday treats. With easy-to-follow steps, these pastries allow you to enjoy traditional flavors without stress, making them ideal for busy weeknights, special occasions, or sharing a sweet homemade moment with loved ones.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Apricot Hamantaschen are one of those recipes that combine tradition, flavor, and ease. This easy apricot Hamantaschen recipe uses soft, buttery dough paired with sweet apricot filling that can be made from fresh apricots, canned apricots, or apricot lekvar. It’s a versatile, family-friendly dessert that can be baked in under an hour and enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Perfect for Purim or everyday treats, this apricot Hamantaschen recipe is quick, comforting, and customizable to your taste. Whether you want a classic apricot filling or a fresh apricot filling recipe, these cookies deliver soft, tender dough with a sweet, tangy center. Kids love helping fold the triangles, and adults appreciate the simple ingredients and delightful results. With this apricot Hamantaschen recipe, you’ll have a reliable, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for holidays, weeknights, or sharing as gifts.

Ingredients for This Recipe

The ingredients for apricot Hamantaschen are simple but essential for that perfect soft, buttery texture and sweet apricot center. The dough uses everyday pantry staples, while the apricot filling can be adapted based on what you have—fresh, canned, or dried apricots, or even apricot lekvar. Using high-quality apricot jam or making your own apricot filling from fresh fruit will enhance the flavor, making these cookies irresistibly tender and sweet.

🛒 Ingredients (makes ~24 Hamantaschen)

For the Dough:
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Apricot Filling:
1 cup apricot jam, apricot lekvar, or homemade apricot filling (see notes for fresh, dried, or canned options)

For Decoration (Optional):
Powdered sugar for dusting
Egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon water) for shine

How to Make This Recipe

Making apricot Hamantaschen is easy, and using this step-by-step apricot filling recipe ensures your cookies turn out perfectly every time. Start with soft, buttery dough, roll it evenly, and use generous apricot filling for a sweet, tangy center. Folding the dough into classic triangular shapes is simple, and brushing with egg wash gives them a golden, shiny finish. Baking until edges are lightly golden produces soft, tender Hamantaschen with that signature sweet apricot flavor.

🛒 Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
3. Cream butter and sugar, then beat in eggs, vanilla, and orange zest.
4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with butter mixture to form dough. Chill 30 minutes.
5. Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness, cut 3-inch circles.
6. Place ~1 teaspoon apricot filling in center of each circle.
7. Fold three sides into a triangle, pinching corners tightly.
8. Brush with egg wash, bake 15–18 minutes until lightly golden. Cool before serving.

Expert Cooking Tips

Apricot Hamantaschen can be customized for flavor, texture, and appearance. For a smooth apricot filling recipe, use apricot lekvar or pureed apricots. Dried apricots can be soaked and blended for a thick filling. Chilling dough ensures clean folds and prevents spreading. For shiny, golden Hamantaschen, brush lightly with egg wash before baking. Powdered sugar adds a festive touch. This easy apricot Hamantaschen recipe is forgiving and versatile—perfect for both novice bakers and experienced cooks looking for a quick, family-friendly treat.

💡 Expert Tips:

• Use fresh apricots for a vibrant apricot filling.
• Make apricot lekvar ahead to save time.
• Chill dough for easy rolling and shaping.
• Egg wash enhances color and shine.
• Fold carefully to prevent filling leakage.

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Apricot Hamantaschen are a classic, easy, and family-friendly dessert that brings sweetness and tradition to any occasion. With soft, buttery dough and a flavorful apricot filling—whether from apricot jam, fresh apricots, or apricot lekvar—these cookies are perfect for holidays, snacks, or gifts. Following this simple apricot Hamantaschen recipe, you’ll have a reliable, crowd-pleasing dessert that is quick to make, fun to assemble, and delightfully satisfying for all ages.

Apricot Hamantaschen

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
• Yield: ~24 Hamantaschen
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

Classic triangular pastries filled with sweet apricot jam or homemade apricot lekvar. Perfect for Purim or anytime you want a soft, buttery cookie with fruity filling. These Hamantaschen are easy to make, tender, and slightly crisp on the edges, with a sweet apricot center that melts in your mouth.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (makes ~24 Hamantaschen):

For the Dough:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional, for extra flavor)

For the Apricot Filling:

• 1 cup apricot jam, apricot lekvar, or homemade apricot filling (see notes for fresh, dried, or canned options)

For Decoration (Optional):

• Powdered sugar for dusting

• Egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon water) for shine

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla, and orange zest.

4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Shape the Hamantaschen

1. Roll chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to ~¼-inch thickness.

2. Cut circles (~3 inches in diameter) using a cookie cutter or glass.

3. Place ~1 teaspoon of apricot filling in the center of each circle.

4. Fold three sides of the circle to form a triangle, pinching corners tightly to seal.

Step 3: Bake

1. Brush tops lightly with egg wash for a shiny finish.

2. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until lightly golden around the edges.

3. Cool completely on a wire rack. Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

• Apricot Filling Variations: Use fresh apricots cooked down with sugar, dried apricots blended with water, or canned apricots pureed.
• Make Ahead: Dough can be prepared a day in advance; fillings can also be made ahead.
• Mini Hamantaschen: Reduce dough and filling size for bite-sized treats.

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Cookie / Holiday Treat
• Method: Baked / Filled / Hand-shaped
• Cuisine: Jewish / American