Combine cream, maple syrup, sugar, and butter in a medium pot. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.

In a large (preferably 12-cup) food processor, combine the flour, salt and sugar. Add the butter and pulse in 1-second bursts until the mixture resembles coarse meal.

CHOCOLATE HAMANTASCHEN WITH CARAMEL PECAN FILLING CARAMEL PECAN FILLING 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 2 cups toasted chopped pecans 7 tablespoons butter or margarine 1/2 cup milk or nondairy creamer ...

1 tablespoon coarse sea salt (or to taste) 1. Combine the flour, sugar and salt in a bowl; cut the butter and shortening in with a pastry blender or forks until the mixture is in coarse crumbs.

1. In a heavy-based saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, maple syrup, and butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.