Stollen (German Christmas Bread)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Traditional German Stollen recipe perfect for the holidays
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Prep

30 min

Cook

1 hour 15 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups milk
1/2 cup water , lukewarm
4 packages yeast
10 cups flour , all-purpose
1 tablespoon salt
2 1/2 cups butter , melted & cooled
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon rind , grated
5 egg yolks
2 ounces brandy
1 lb raisins , chopped
1 lb citron , chopped ( optional )
1 lb pecans , chopped or hickory nuts
1/2 lb glace cherries , chopped
1 lb dates , chopped
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
472
Sugar
36g
Fat
20g
Stollen is a traditional German bread that originated in Saxony in the 15th century. The shape of this fruit-filled bread symbolizes the baby Jesus wrapped in swaddling clothes, and it is traditionally enjoyed during the Christmas season. While it requires some effort and time, the result is a fragrant and flavorful bread that will delight your guests and family members. Serve it warm with a dollop of butter and a hot cup of tea for an authentic German experience.

Instructions

1.Warm the milk in a saucepan until it reaches 98°F (36°C).
2.In a small bowl, mix the yeast and the lukewarm water.
3.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
4.Add the melted butter, sugar, grated lemon zest, egg yolks and brandy to the milk. Mix well.
5.Add the yeast mixture to the mixing bowl with the wet ingredients and mix thoroughly.
6.Knead in the raisins, citron, pecans, cherries and dates until evenly distributed.
7.Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for an hour in a warm place.
8.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9.Place dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10.Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
11.Remove from oven and let cool.
12.Generously dust the stollen with powdered sugar and wrap it tightly in foil to store.

PROS

Stollen is a rich and flavorful bread filled with delicious fruit and nuts.

It’s a traditional German holiday treat that will impress any guest.

CONS

This bread is not low in calories or sugar, and it takes some time and effort to make properly.
It’s best enjoyed in moderation as part of a festive meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Stollen is not the healthiest food, it does contain valuable nutrients from the fruit and nuts.
Raisins are a good source of fiber, citron and cherries are rich in Vitamin C and dates are high in potassium.
Moreover, nuts such as pecans contain healthy fats and are a good source of protein.

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