Prep
20m
Cook
45m
Serves
10
Explore the festive charm of easy German dessert recipes with our traditional German Christmas Bread (Stollen) recipe. This rich, yeasted bread is filled with dried fruits, nuts, and candied citrus peel, then dusted with powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
Ingredients (8)
3 cups flour
1 cup milk
½ cup sugar
1 packet yeast
1 cup mixed dried fruits
½ cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Steps (5)
Prepare Dough: In a large bowl, mix 3 cups of flour, 1 cup of warm milk, ½ cup of sugar, 1 packet of yeast, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Knead until smooth and elastic. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Add Fruits and Nuts: Knead 1 cup of mixed dried fruits and ½ cup of chopped nuts into the dough until evenly distributed.
Shape and Bake: Shape the dough into a loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Dust: Let the Stollen cool completely on a wire rack. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Additional tips
- Storage: Wrap the Stollen in foil and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. The flavors improve as it sits.
- Serve with: Butter or cream cheese for a delicious holiday treat.
- To make more: double the ingredients.