German Stallen Bread

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16
German Stallen Bread with Raisins and Almonds
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Prep

25 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

120 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/4 teaspoons dry yeast
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup milk , scalded
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
5 cups all-purpose flour , sifted
1 egg
1 cup raisins
2 tablespoons orange rind , grated
1 tablespoon lemon peel , grated
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup hot water
1 teaspoon butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
350
Sugar
21g
Fat
11g
Stollen Bread is a traditional German Christmas bread or cake that is delicious. It is typically enjoyed as a holiday treat, but it can be enjoyed anytime. The bread is made with rich ingredients and is a perfect addition to a holiday breakfast or dinner party. The bread is often served with powdered sugar and is a wonderful and flavorful alternative to plain white bread. You can make Stollen bread yourself at home, and it is sure to impress all your friends and family.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve the dry yeast in warm water and set aside.
2.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the butter, scalded milk, sugar, salt, and cardamom.
3.Add in 3 cups of sifted flour, mixing until well combined. Then, add in the dissolved yeast mixture and egg, mixing until smooth.
4.Add in the raisins, grated orange rind, lemon peel, and chopped almonds, mixing until well combined.
5.Gradually add in the remaining sifted flour, kneading the dough until smooth and elastic.
6.Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl, then cover and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
7.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
8.Form the dough into two round loaves and place them on a greased baking sheet, then let them rise for another 30 minutes.
9.Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown.
10.Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, hot water, and butter to make a glaze. Once the bread is done baking, brush the glaze over the top of the bread. Let the bread cool before serving.

PROS

The Stollen bread is rich, flavorful and filled with raisins, orange rind, lemon peel, and chopped almonds.
The bread has a sweet taste and is perfect for breakfast with coffee or tea.

CONS

Stollen bread is high in calories and might not be appealing to people with nut allergies.
It also requires some effort to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Stollen bread isn’t a health food, incorporating almonds, raisins and cardamom in your diet can provide numerous health benefits. Almonds contain healthy fats and high levels of vitamin E and magnesium. Raisins are high in fiber and contain polyphenols that have anti-inflammatory properties. Cardamom has numerous health benefits, including improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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