Schnitzbrot (German Christmas Bread)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
German Christmas Bread with Prunes, Raisins, and Walnuts
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Prep

2 hours, 30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

3 hours, 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup warm water
2 ( .25 ounce ) envelopes active dry yeast
2 tablespoons white sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups prune juice
1 package condensed mincemeat
2 cups prunes , pitted and chopped
1/2 cup butter , softened
1 cup black raisins
1 cup walnuts , chopped
1 cup brown sugar , packed
2 teaspoons salt
7 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
221
Sugar
15g
Fat
4g
Schnitzbrot is a traditional German Christmas bread made with prunes, raisins, and walnuts. This bread is usually enjoyed as a dessert or a snack during the holiday season. The bread is sweet, moist, and loaded with fruits and nuts. It is perfect for those who like their bread with a little twist. The bread is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients which can be found in most supermarkets. Prepare this bread for your friends and family and share the taste of Germany this holiday season!

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and white sugar in warm water and let sit for 10 minutes.
2.Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour, prune juice, condensed mincemeat, prunes, softened butter, black raisins, walnuts, brown sugar, and salt to the bowl. Mix well.
3.Add 7 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4.Knead the dough on a lightly-floured surface for 5 minutes.
5.Grease a large bowl with 3 teaspoons of butter and place the dough in the bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and allow the dough to rise for 2 hours in a warm place.
6.Punch down the dough and shape it into 3 loaves. Place them into greased loaf pans.
7.Allow the bread to rise for another hour and then bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 minutes.

PROS

This German Christmas Bread is delicious and nutritious.
It is loaded with fiber and various vitamins and minerals.

It is a perfect holiday treat and can be enjoyed with a variety of spreads.

CONS

The bread requires 2 hours for the dough to rise and an additional hour before baking.
This recipe may not be suitable for those who do not have enough time to bake.

The bread also contains condensed mincemeat which may not be appealing to some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Each slice of German Christmas Bread contains high amounts of fiber which helps with digestion.
The bread also contains various vitamins and minerals such as iron, vitamin C, magnesium, calcium, and potassium.

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