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24 Delicious Stollen Bread Everyone Will Love

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Introduction

Nothing says cozy holiday mornings quite like a slice of stollen bread. Packed with fruits, nuts, and a touch of spice, these 24 stollen recipes are perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying with a cup of tea. Let’s explore some of the tastiest variations that everyone will adore.

1. Classic Marzipan Stollen

A traditional favorite with a sweet marzipan twist.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup marzipan log
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in dried fruits and almonds.
  4. Roll dough, place marzipan in the center, fold dough over to enclose.
  5. Transfer to a baking sheet, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool, then dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Slice thick and serve with warm tea or coffee for a holiday treat.

2. Cinnamon Spice Stollen

A warm cinnamon flavor makes this loaf irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup milk, warm
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg. Add butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in raisins and pecans.
  4. Shape into a loaf, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Pair with butter or cream cheese for breakfast or afternoon snack.

3. Lemon Glazed Stollen

Bright and tangy, perfect for a refreshing holiday twist.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup dried fruits
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup marzipan (optional)
  • Lemon glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp lemon juice)

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, salt, lemon zest. Add butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in dried fruits and almonds.
  4. Shape dough, optionally add marzipan center. Let rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes.
  6. Brush warm loaf with lemon glaze.

How to Serve It
 Garnish with extra lemon zest and serve with tea or light coffee.

4. Chocolate Chip Stollen

A sweet chocolate twist for chocoholics.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
  4. Shape into a loaf, let rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve slightly warm to enjoy melty chocolate bites.

5. Cranberry Orange Stollen

A fruity, zesty treat with festive flair.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk. Let sit 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, salt, and orange zest. Add butter, eggs, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in cranberries and almonds.
  4. Shape, cover, and let rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes.
  6. Cool and dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Perfect with a warm mug of cider during holidays.

6. Almond Stollen

Crunchy almond flavor adds nutty depth to the classic loaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter, eggs, and almond extract. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in chopped almonds and raisins.
  4. Shape into a loaf, cover, let rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Cool, dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Sprinkle extra slivered almonds on top for presentation.

7. Spiced Apple Stollen

Sweet apples and warm spices make it irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup diced apples
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg. Add butter and eggs. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in apples and raisins.
  4. Shape, cover, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce.

8. Pistachio Stollen

Nutty pistachios give this loaf a festive look and flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup chopped pistachios
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in milk for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter, eggs, almond extract. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in pistachios and cranberries.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Top with extra pistachios for a pop of color.

9. Rum Soaked Fruit Stollen

Soaked fruits give a deep, holiday flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruits soaked in 1/4 cup rum overnight
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Soak dried fruits in rum overnight.
  2. Dissolve yeast in milk.
  3. Mix flour, sugar, salt. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, and yeast mixture. Knead smooth.
  4. Fold in soaked fruits and nuts.
  5. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes.
  7. Cool, dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with a glass of eggnog for festive pairing.

10. Gluten-Free Stollen

A soft, fruity stollen without gluten.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dried fruits
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix gluten-free flour, sugar, xanthan gum. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, yeast. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in fruits and nuts.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Great with tea or coffee for a gluten-free holiday treat.

11. Vegan Stollen

A plant-based version everyone will enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dried fruits
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm plant milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add vegan butter and vanilla. Knead until smooth.
  3. Fold in fruits and nuts.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with almond milk or hot chocolate.

12. Orange Almond Stollen

Citrus and almonds brighten every slice.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, orange zest. Add butter and eggs. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in almonds and raisins.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Pair with fresh orange slices for extra brightness.

13. Honey Nut Stollen

Honey adds a rich sweetness to nutty loaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cup mixed nuts
  • 1/2 cup dried fruits
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar. Add butter, eggs, honey. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in nuts and fruits.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 minutes.
  6. Brush warm loaf with honey, dust with sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve warm, drizzled with extra honey if desired.

14. Cranberry Pistachio Stollen

A colorful, festive stollen variation.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup pistachios
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in milk.
  2. Mix flour, sugar. Add butter, eggs, almond extract. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in cranberries and pistachios.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Garnish with extra cranberries for holiday presentation.

15. White Chocolate Raspberry Stollen

Sweet white chocolate and tart raspberries create a perfect balance.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup white chocolate chunks
  • 1/2 cup dried raspberries
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk for 10 minutes.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, and vanilla. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in white chocolate and raspberries.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve slightly warm to enjoy melty chocolate bites with tart fruit.

16. Maple Walnut Stollen

Maple syrup adds a warm sweetness to nutty stollen.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar. Add butter, eggs, vanilla, and maple syrup. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in walnuts.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Drizzle extra maple syrup on slices for a sweet finish.

17. Apricot Almond Stollen

Chewy apricots and crunchy almonds pair beautifully.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup chopped dried apricots
  • 1/2 cup almonds
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, and almond extract. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in apricots and almonds.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with tea or as part of a festive breakfast.

18. Dark Chocolate Cherry Stollen

Rich dark chocolate pairs with tart cherries for a decadent treat.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, and vanilla. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in chocolate and cherries.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve slightly warm for soft chocolate bites.

19. Hazelnut Stollen

Nutty hazelnuts bring crunch and flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried fruits
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, vanilla. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in hazelnuts and dried fruits.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with coffee for a nutty holiday treat.

20. Pear and Almond Stollen

Sweet pears add juicy softness to this festive loaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup diced pears
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, almond extract. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in pears and almonds.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with a light honey drizzle for extra sweetness.

21. Fig and Walnut Stollen

Chewy figs and crunchy walnuts create a hearty, rich loaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup chopped dried figs
  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, vanilla. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in figs and walnuts.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Perfect with tea or as a holiday dessert.

22. Cherry Almond Stollen

Bright cherries and nuts make a festive combination.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, almond extract. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in cherries and almonds.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with fresh cherries for extra holiday flair.

23. Orange Cranberry White Chocolate Stollen

Citrus, berries, and chocolate create a festive, bright loaf.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chunks
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, orange zest. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in cranberries and white chocolate.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve with a hot cup of tea for a holiday morning treat.

24. Maple Pecan Stollen

Maple syrup and pecans add rich, nutty sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • Powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in warm milk.
  2. Mix flour and sugar, add butter, eggs, maple syrup. Knead smooth.
  3. Fold in pecans.
  4. Shape, rise 1–2 hours.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–40 minutes.
  6. Dust with powdered sugar.

How to Serve It
 Serve warm with extra maple drizzle if desired.

Conclusion

These 24 stollen breads bring festive flavor, warmth, and joy to any holiday table. Try a few, mix different fruits and nuts, and share with loved ones. Each loaf is a slice of holiday happiness that’s perfect for gifting, breakfast, or cozy afternoons with tea or coffee.

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