Name: Christollen Bread
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 3 h 5 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 1 cup warm milk; 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup chopped almonds; 1/2 cup dried cherries; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup candied citrus peel; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes foamy.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt. Add the melted butter and eggs, then pour in the milk and yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and knead in the almonds, dried cherries, raisins, candied citrus peel, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly distributed.
Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rise for another 30-45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake the Christollen bread for 30-35 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
Slice and serve the Christollen bread warm or at room temperature, with a cozy drink of your choice.

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