Description
High Altitude Stollen is a festive German bread that combines the warmth of spices and the sweetness of dried fruits, creating a delightful holiday treat. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring your stollen rises beautifully at higher elevations. Enjoy its fluffy texture and aromatic flavors with family and friends, making it a centerpiece on your holiday table.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, cherries)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup warm milk
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Warm the milk to lukewarm (about 110°F) and sprinkle in the yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cut in the softened butter until crumbly; mix in eggs and activated yeast mixture until well combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Fold in dried fruits and citrus zest.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm area for about an hour or until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the risen dough into a loaf on lined baking sheets and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg