Stollen

Indulge in the festive flavors of Stollen, a traditional German fruit bread filled with rich marzipan and spiced dried fruits. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat with tea.

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 200 g butter
• 250 ml whole milk
• 100 g sugar
• 10 g instant yeast
• 1 tsp salt
• 150 g mixed dried fruits
• 100 g marzipan
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 50 g powdered sugar

Method

1. 1

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Add the sifted flour, salt, ground cinnamon (if using), and mixed dried fruits to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

3. 3

   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. 4

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

5. 5

   Once risen, punch down the dough and fold in the marzipan pieces. Shape the dough into an oval loaf.

6. 6

   Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow it to rise for another 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the Stollen for about 60 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   Once baked, cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar. Let it cool completely before slicing.