Hamentashen With Yeast Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Combine all the dry ingredients.
2. 2
   In a separate bowl, mix together all the liquid ingredients.
3. 3
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the liquid to form a dough.
4. 4
   Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
5. 5
   Spray a large mixing bowl with Pam and place the dough inside.
6. 6
   Spray the Pam on the dough and cover loosely with a towel until the dough doubles in size.
7. 7
   Punch down the dough.
8. 8
   Divide into thirds on a lightly floured surface.
9. 9
   Roll out each piece until it is 1/4-inch thick.
10. 10
    Cut out 3-inch rounds.
11. 11
    Reroll scraps.
12. 12
    Place the filling in the center of each dough round.
13. 13
    Fold three sides up to form a triangle, leaving some filling exposed in the center.
14. 14
    Place the hamentashen 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets.
15. 15
    Cover again and let rise at room temperature until nearly double, about one hour.
16. 16
    Preheat the oven to 350°F.
17. 17
    Brush the tops of the hamentashen with the egg wash.
18. 18
    Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
19. 19
    Transfer to a wire rack to cool.