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Stollen Butter Rolls

Delightful German rolls filled with cold butter that melts into a soft, tender dough. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

  • Total Time: 100 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water (110°F to 115°F)
  • 1 cup warm 2% milk
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4–1/4 to 4-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
  • 3/4 cup dried currants
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into 24 pieces (1 teaspoon each)

Instructions

  1. Dissolve the yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Combine the warm milk, eggs, softened butter, sugar, salt, and yeast mixture. Stir until smooth.
  3. Add 3 cups of flour and beat on medium speed until smooth. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft, sticky dough.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and knead in the candied fruit and currants.
  7. Divide the dough into 24 pieces, shape each into a ball, and place 1 teaspoon of cold butter in the center.
  8. Seal the edges over the butter and place the rolls in a greased baking pan.
  9. Cover and let them rise again for about 45 minutes until doubled in size.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Notes

Optionally sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving. Great with coffee or tea.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 roll
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Stollen, German rolls, holiday baking, sweet rolls