Christmas Stollen, Maria’s Way

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Christmas Stollen, Maria's Way - A Classic German Holiday Treat
in Pastry

Prep

45 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours 15 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon mace
2 packages dried yeast
2 eggs , beaten
5 cups flour
8 ounces mixed candied fruit
4 ounces raisins
candied red cherries
pecan halves
cinnamon sugar
white frosting
4 ounces pecans , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
292
Sugar
22g
Fat
9g
Christmas Stollen is a classic pastry in Germany that is traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. This treat is a variant of the historic Christollen pastry from Dresden, Germany, which is baked into an oval shape to represent the baby Jesus wrapped in swaddling clothes. Maria's Way is an excellent recipe that incorporates the traditional candied fruit, raisins, and pecans, making the bread denser and giving it a delightful texture. This Christmas Stollen recipe has been passed down from generations, and it is a must-try pastry during the holiday season.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, combine milk, water, and margarine. Heat until warm and set it aside.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, salt, mace, and yeast.
3.Add eggs and the milk mixture to the bowl and beat until smooth.
4.Gradually add flour to the bowl until it forms a stiff dough.
5.Stir in mixed candied fruit, raisins, and pecans.
6.Knead the dough on a floured board for 8-10 minutes.
7.Cover the dough and let it rise for about an hour until it is light and doubled in size.
8.Punch the dough down and shape it into two loaves.
9.Let it rise for another 30 minutes.
10.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
11.Bake the loaves for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm.
12.Cool on a wire rack and brush with white frosting.
13.Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and decorate with cherries and pecan halves.

PROS

Christmas Stollen is a traditional German fruitcake-like pastry that is rich and sweet.

This delightful pastry is perfect for the holiday season and is enjoyed by young and old alike.

CONS

The recipe calls for a significant amount of sugar which makes it unsuitable for individuals who are trying to reduce their sugar intake.

Also, the extensive cooking time may not be ideal for individuals with busy schedules.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Christmas Stollen contains candied fruits which are a good source of fiber, and the pecans in the recipe provide healthy fats and proteins.
However, Christmas Stollen is relatively high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

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