Ingredients for Traditional German Christmas Fruit Bread Kletzenbrot
- 1 cup dried pears (chopped)
- Dried Figs
- Dried Prunes
- Raisins
- Candied Orange Peel
- Candied Lemon Peel
- Kirschwasser
- 1 cup water
- Granulated Sugar
- Active Dry Yeast
- Whole Wheat Flour
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Cloves
- Ground Allspice
- Vanilla
- Blanched Almond
- Walnuts
- Hazelnuts
- Butter
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How to Make Traditional German Christmas Fruit Bread Kletzenbrot
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup dried pears (chopped), ½ cup figs (chopped), ½ cup prunes (chopped), 1 cup raisins or sultanas, ½ cup candied orange peel (chopped), ½ cup candied lemon peel (chopped), 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ½ tsp ground cloves, ¼ tsp ground nutmeg, ½ cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup water. Add 2 tbsp Kirsch or rum (optional).
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat immediately and cover. Let steep for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast in ½ cup of the warm steeping liquid. Let stand until foamy (about 5-10 minutes).
- Gradually add 4 cups all-purpose flour to the yeast mixture, adding more liquid or flour as needed to form a firm dough. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Wrap the dough in a clean tea towel and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
- Gently fold in 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, the steeped dried fruit mixture, candied peel, and spices. Knead briefly to combine.
- Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- Let rise for another 60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once completely cool, wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, and store in a cool, dark place or refrigerator for up to several weeks to allow flavors to meld.
- Bring to room temperature before slicing and serving. Enjoy sliced with or without butter. Frohes Fest!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
2196g
Fat
54g
Carbs
272g
