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Traditional Stollen

This recipe came from my grandmother and was originally written in German. It is one of my favorite treat at the holidays.—Jessie Barnes, Atchison, Kansas

24 ServingsPrep: 30 min. + rising Bake: 25 min.

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 tablespoons warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
4-3/4 to 5-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup mixed candied fruit
1/2 cup chopped almonds
GLAZE:
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the milk, butter,
sugar, eggs, lemon peel, salt and 3 cups flour. Add the raisins,
candied fruit and almonds. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft
dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about
6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.

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Traditional Stollen (continued)

Directions (continued)

Punch dough down and divide in half; cover and let rest for 10
minutes. Roll or press each half into a 12-in. x 7-in. oval. Fold a
long side over to within 1-in. of opposite side; press edge lightly
to seal. Place on greased baking sheets; curve ends slightly. Cover
and let rise until nearly doubled, about 1 hour.
Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on
wire racks. Combine confectioners' sugar and enough milk to achieve
desired consistency; spread over stollen. Yield: 2 loaves.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 piece) equals 244 calories, 8 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 35 mg cholesterol, 75 mg sodium, 40 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 4 g protein.