Description
High Altitude Stollen is a delightful German Christmas bread that envelops your senses with its warm spices and rich flavors. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this festive treat combines soft bread with crunchy almonds and chewy dried fruits, evoking cherished memories of family traditions. Whether enjoyed for breakfast or dessert, each slice promises nostalgia and joy, making it a must-have during the festive season.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 ½ cups whole milk (warm)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- 1. Activate the Yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit until foamy (about 5 minutes).
- 2. Melt the Butter: Gently melt butter over low heat until just melted.
- 3. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs, melted butter, and activated yeast mixture.
- 4. Knead: Turn out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth (about 10 minutes).
- 5. Add Fruits and Nuts: Fold in soaked dried fruits and nuts until evenly mixed.
- 6. First Rise: Place in a greased bowl; cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- 7. Shape the Stollen: Punch down risen dough and shape into an oval loaf.
- 8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- 9. Final Touches: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg