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High Altitude Stollen

High Altitude Stollen
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High Altitude Stollen is a traditional German Christmas bread that captures the spirit of the holiday season. This delightful loaf blends warm spices, dried fruits, and nuts, creating a fragrant treat perfect for festive gatherings. Easy to prepare, this recipe invites bakers of all levels to bake a moist and flavorful stollen that will be the star of your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 cup whole milk (warm)
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, candied orange peel)
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds or walnuts (toasted)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine warm milk and yeast; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Add softened butter and the yeast mixture to the dry ingredients; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  5. Fold in soaked dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
  6. Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth; shape into an oval loaf.
  7. Allow the dough to rise in a warm place for about an hour or until doubled in size.
  8. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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Keywords: Customize your stollen by using different dried fruits like apricots or cranberries. Add flavor variations such as rum or orange zest for an extra festive touch. Ensure thorough kneading for better texture and rise.

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