Purim calls for hamantaschen, and William Greenberg Desserts answers with three distinct interpretations. Our traditional yeast hamantaschen represent the pinnacle of Old World baking: a delicate, brioche-like pastry that melts on the tongue, filled with cheese, poppy seed, prune, or cherry. This labor-intensive style requires patient fermentation and skilled shaping, techniques we've preserved since our founding. The yeast dough creates an entirely different experience from the more familiar shortbread version: lighter, more delicate, with a subtle sweetness that lets the fillings shine.
Our classic hamantaschen feature buttery shortbread pastry available year-round in prune, apricot, cherry, and poppy seed. But for Purim, we've expanded with exciting seasonal varieties: Nutella for chocolate lovers, bright lemon and raspberry for those who prefer fruit-forward flavors, rich almond, sophisticated halva, and pure chocolate for the indulgent.
Whether you're drawn to the authentic yeast version, the familiar shortbread, or bold new flavors, this collection reflects nearly eight decades of New York families celebrating Purim with our hamantaschen. Order early to secure all three styles and your preferred flavors.