Dresden Stollen ®  are exclusively produced by hand, using the original old recipe, at the shops of some 150 special bakeries.
Here are some tips for you to enjoy your stollen to the maximum at Christmastime.

Traditional stollen weight:
Traditionally, each Dresden Stollen ®  has a weight of 2 kilograms. At this size, ingredient blend and flavour are maximized. However, popularity of the 1,5-kilogram-stollen is on the increase. Dresden Stollen ®  are also available in 1 kilogram and 750 gram sizes.

To prevent drying up of the Dresden Stollen ® , ideally it should be wrapped it in linen cloth and stored in a wooden box in a cool, dark place. However, the Stollen may be stored in its original packing on a balcony or in a closet. The ideal storage temperature is between 3°C and 10°C (37°F-50°F) at about 70% air humidity. Avoid excessive warmth and frost. Do not refrigerate.

The Dresden Stollen ®  should not be cut immediately upon purchase. Buy the stollen 2-4 weeks before Christmas, or before the first time you intend to eat some of it. Cut the Dresden Stollen from its centre outwards to its ends. Cut off only as much as you intended to eat at a given time. You can prevent the stollen from drying up by keeping the remaining two halves "pushed together" at the centre.

An original Stollen Knife is best for cutting the stollen (but any sharp knife will do). The Dresden Stollen ®  is a sweet pastry, so enjoy it with a cup of coffee for a very satisfying taste experience.

You can obtain further information directly from our member-bakeries.

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