Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Delicious German Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen recipe for the holidays
in Bakery

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/3 cups flour
1 - 1 1/2 cup milk
2 1/2 ounces yeast
1 cup margarine or 1 cup butter
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sugar or 3/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup candied lemon peel
1/2 cup chopped almonds
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1/4 cup rum
1 3/4 cups raisins
1/4 cup melted butter
1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
422
Sugar
31g
Fat
17g
Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen is a traditional German Christmas cake that has been around for centuries. It is a sweet, buttery loaf filled with candied fruit, nuts, and Rum. Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen is an excellent treat to have during the holiday season. The flavor of this cake is unique and delicious. The rum and the candied fruit give the cake its distinct taste. The cake is often given as a gift during the Christmas season. It symbolizes wealth, luck, and the sharing of family traditions over the years.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, crumble yeast and add 4 tablespoons of lukewarm milk. Mix with a spoon until dissolved.
2.In a large mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, salt, lemon zest, candied lemon peel, chopped almonds, and raisins. Mix well.
3.In a separate mixing bowl, beat softened margarine or butter with remaining milk. Add yeast mixture and stir.
4.Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix well until a dough forms.
5.Knead the dough for about 5 minutes on a floured surface.
6.Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover. Let it rest in a warm place for about an hour and a half.
7.Preheat the oven to 175°C / 350°F.
8.On a floured surface, roll out the dough to an oval shape. Fold the oval dough in the middle and place it on a greased baking sheet. Let it rest for 15 minutes.
9.Bake for about 1 hour until the top is golden brown.
10.Brush melted butter over the hot Stollen and let it cool.
11.Sprinkle powdered sugar over the Stollen before serving.

PROS

Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen is a traditional German Christmas cake that has been enjoyed for generations.
It is sweet, rich, and full of delicious candied fruit and nuts.

CONS

The ingredients of Stollen can be costly.
It takes time and effort to prepare and bake.
It’s also a calorie-dense cake, which might not suit everyone’s dietary requirements.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dresdner Weihnachtsstollen is a treat, and it doesn’t have any specific health benefits. It’s high in sugar and calories. However, it makes a great dessert or snack during the festive season.

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