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Bread
Stollen
This festive fruit bread is packed with nuts, candied fruit, and warm spices, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
4.7 (265 reviews)
Prep Time
30 minutes
Cook Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk to activate yeast
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup rum
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- 1Mix yeast with warm milk and set aside until foamy.
- 2In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- 3Add butter, rum, and foamy yeast. Knead until smooth.
- 4Fold in dried fruits and nuts. Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
- 5Shape into a loaf, place on baking sheet, and let rise again.
- 6Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.
Recipe Tips
- Allow the dough to rest for better flavor development.
- Wrap cooled Stollen in foil and let it rest for a few days for enhanced taste.
- Serve slices toasted with butter for extra indulgence.
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About the Baker
Hi, I'm Oma! I've been baking traditional German recipes for over 40 years. My mission is to preserve these authentic flavors and share the joy of German baking with the world. Every recipe here is tested and perfected in my humble kitchen.
🏆 40+ Years Experience📚 Author of "German Baking Classics"