Grandma Geldner's German Nut Stollen

Indulge in the timeless tradition of holiday baking with Grandma Geldner's German Nut Stollen, a festive favorite packed with warm spices, rich nuts, and sweet dried fruit. This classic stollen recipe captures the essence of old-world charm, combining a fluffy, yeast-raised dough with the tantalizing aroma of cinnamon and vanilla. Each bite is a delightful blend of crunchy walnuts or pecans and chewy raisins, all lovingly folded into a golden loaf that’s finished with a sugar-sweet glaze. Perfect for Christmas mornings or as a homemade gift, this stollen is a labor of love, requiring careful kneading and two rising stages to ensure tender, bakery-quality results. Serve it with coffee or tea for a truly cozy treat that’s sure to become a cherished family tradition. Make your holiday table shine with this authentic German nut stollen recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1.5 cups Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
• 1 cups Raisins or dried fruit
• 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, warm the milk until it is lukewarm (about 110°F). Remove from heat and stir in the active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

Step 3

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract into the yeast mixture until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 5

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Flatten the dough slightly and spread the chopped nuts and dried fruit evenly over it. Fold the dough over and knead gently to evenly distribute the add-ins.

Step 7

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 9

Punch down the dough and shape it into a flattened oval. Fold one long edge of the oval slightly over the other to create the signature stollen shape.

Step 10

Transfer the shaped dough to the prepared baking sheet, cover lightly, and let it rise again for 30-40 minutes.

Step 11

Bake the stollen in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 12

While the stollen is still warm, mix the powdered sugar with water to form a thick glaze. Brush the glaze over the top of the stollen and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1464.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4859.0

Total Fat 176.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 518.0mg	0%
Sodium 1457.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 744.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.8g	0%
Total Sugars 323.3g
Protein 102.5g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 669.3mg	0%
Iron 31.8mg	0%
Potassium 3157.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.9%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 59.8%