Authentic German Stollen Recipe

Authentic German Stollen is a rich, buttery Christmas bread filled with dried fruits, nuts, and marzipan. Dusted with powdered sugar, it looks like a snowy holiday treat! Its unique flavors and tender crumb make it perfect for any festive celebration.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup warm whole milk (110°F)
• 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract

For the Filling:

• 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, cranberries)
• 1/4 cup candied orange peel
• 1/4 cup candied lemon peel
• 1/4 cup dark rum or orange juice
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds or other nuts
• 7 oz marzipan, rolled into a log

For the Topping:

• 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar