Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
 380 g of unbleached all-purpose flour |
 50 g of sugar |
 315 g of melted butter |
 1 egg |
 200 g of dried fruits (raisins, apricots, etc.) |
 100 g of candied cherries |
 100 g of chopped almonds |
 The zest of one lemon |
 1 pinch of salt |
 15 g of baker’s yeast |
 200 ml of lukewarm milk |
 38 g of marzipan |
Utensils
 Large bowl |
 Kitchen thermometer |
 Wooden spoon |
 Kitchen scale |
 Ramekin |
 Knife |
 Rolling pin |
Baking dish |
 Spatula |
 Cling film |
 Oven |
 Parchment paper |
Preparation Step by Step
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 2 hours
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 3 hours 10 minutes
STEP 1: In a large bowl, add yeast to lukewarm milk to reactivate it. Let it rest for a few minutes.
STEP 2: Then incorporate melted butter, sugar, one egg, salt, and flour, mixing thoroughly.
STEP 3: Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic, then make a well for the dried fruits.
STEP 4: Add the candied fruits and almonds, then fold the dough to mix all the ingredients well.
STEP 5: Form a ball and let the dough rest in a warm place, covered with a cloth, for 1 to 2 hours.
STEP 6: Once the dough has risen, shape it into a loaf, gently flattening it to achieve the traditional shape.
STEP 7: Preheat the oven and bake the stollen for about 40 minutes, until golden brown.
STEP 8: As soon as it comes out of the oven, brush the cake with melted butter and sprinkle it with powdered sugar for finishing touches.
The traditional stollen recipe is much more than just a fruitcake; it represents a true culinary heritage. By preparing this fruit cake typical of the holiday season, one immerses in German history where each bite evokes warm memories. The combination of dried fruits, almonds, and melted butter creates a harmony of flavors that will delight guests.
To ensure the success of your homemade stollen, be sure to respect the rising times and properly incorporate the ingredients. The visual aspect, with its powdered look, adds a festive touch to your holiday tables. Feel free to share this Christmas cake with your loved ones, as it is a pleasure to savor together during celebrations.
