Christmas Stollen Recipe from Hobbs House

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while adding a subtle flavor.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are more affordable and still provide sweetness.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are nut-free and less expensive.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Granulated sugar is a common alternative that is less processed.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add melted butter, eggs, and yeast mixture to the flour mixture.

Knead the dough until smooth, about 10 minutes.

Incorporate dried fruit, almonds, and zest into the dough.

Cover the dough and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Shape the dough into a loaf and place on a baking sheet.

Let the shaped dough rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake until golden brown, about 30-35 minutes.

Cool on a wire rack before dusting with powdered sugar.

Slice and serve, preferably after resting for a day.

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