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Strawberry Shortcake Hamantaschen

Strawberry lovers rejoice! If you like strawberry shortcake and hamantaschen, you're going to love this combination of the two. 
Course Dessert
Servings 2 dozen

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup sugar Dough
  • 1/2 cup butter Dough
  • 1 tsp vanilla Dough
  • 1 large egg Dough
  • 1 tsp water Dough
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries Dough
  • 2 cups flour Dough
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch Dough
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder Dough
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt Dough
  • 1/2 cup strawberry cream cheese Filling
  • 1/4 cup freeze dried strawberries Filling
  • 1 large egg, whisked Egg wash

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, combine sugar and butter until incorporated.
  • Add vanilla, egg, and water until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
  • Add strawberries, flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt.
  • Pulse until a dough forms.
  • Flatten into a disc, and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 350F. Line 2 trays with baking paper.
  • Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/8th inch thickness (if they are too thick, the dough will crack when shaping.
  • Using a 3-inch circular cookie cutter, cut out circles, setting them aside. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Use a pastry brush to brush the egg on the dough.
  • Place a small piece of freeze dried strawberry in the center, and top with 1 tsp cream cheese.
  • Fold the dough into a triangle, pinching the corners tightly.
  • Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until golden.
  • Transfer to a cooling rack.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword Jewish Holiday, Snacks, Sweets