Hey y’all! Are y’all ready for a little holiday baking? ‘Tis the season, and I’ve got the perfect recipe for y’all: Quarkstollen! This sweet and delectable treat hails all the way from Germany, and it’s packed full of fruit, nuts, and spices. It’s perfect for serving up with a cup of hot tea on a chilly winter’s day. Now, let’s get down to business. Here’s what y’all are gonna need to make this Quarkstollen recipe: Ingredients: - 500g flour - 100g sugar - 1 package of dry yeast - 125ml warm milk - 250g quark (German-style curd cheese) - 2 eggs - 100g butter - 100g raisins - 100g chopped almonds - 1 package of vanilla sugar - 1 pinch of salt - 1 pinch of cardamom - 1 pinch of cinnamon - 1 lemon (zest) Instructions: 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, dry yeast, vanilla sugar, salt, cardamom, and cinnamon. Mix well. 2. Add the warm milk, quark, eggs, and butter to the bowl. Mix all the ingredients together until you have a smooth dough. 3. Add the raisins, chopped almonds, and lemon zest to the dough. Knead it all together until the fruit and nuts are evenly distributed throughout the dough. 4. Cover the dough with a clean dish towel and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour. 5. Preheat your oven to 175°C/350°F. 6. Knead the dough a few more times and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. 7. Bake the Quarkstollen for about an hour, or until it’s golden brown on top. 8. Let the loaf cool on a wire rack. How to prepare: Once your Quarkstollen has cooled down, it’s time to slice it up and enjoy! This sweet treat is best served up with a cup of hot tea or mulled wine, but it’s also great on its own as a snack. Preparation time: Making this Quarkstollen recipe should take you about 2 hours, including the time it takes for the dough to rise. Servings: This recipe should make about 10-12 servings, depending on how big you slice your loaf. Nutrition Facts: One serving of Quarkstollen (assuming 10 servings) contains approximately: - 350 calories - 9g protein - 45g carbohydrates - 15g fat Tips: If you want to make your Quarkstollen even more festive, you can add some candied orange or lemon peel to the dough. You can also brush the top of the loaf with melted butter before baking to make it even more golden and delicious. FAQs: Q: Can I make this recipe without raisins or nuts? A: Sure! Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking. Q: How do I store the Quarkstollen? A: Store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Q: Can I freeze the Quarkstollen? A: Yes, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then in foil before freezing. There y’all have it, my Quarkstollen recipe. I hope y’all enjoy it as much as I do. Happy baking, and happy holidays!
