The Best Keto Marzipan Stollen Recipe

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The Best Keto Marzipan Stollen
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Description

Imagine a tender, aromatic bread, its crumb infused with the bright zest of orange and lemon, and the warm embrace of cinnamon and cardamom. This is a stollen, a sweet bread traditionally enjoyed during festive times, but delightful any time of the year. This particular stollen boasts a rich tapestry of flavors and a satisfyingly moist texture, making it difficult to resist a slice.

Studded with fruits and nuts, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. The subtle crunch of roasted almonds complements the soft chewiness of the bread, while the spices create a comforting warmth that lingers on the palate. At its heart lies a luscious marzipan filling, a sweet almond paste that remains delightfully soft even after baking.

This creamy center provides a burst of almond flavor that perfectly complements the spiced bread. The absence of gluten makes it accessible to those with dietary restrictions, allowing more people to enjoy this classic treat. To ensure a truly gluten-free experience, it's always wise to check the labels of your ingredients to confirm they haven't been processed in a way that could introduce gluten.

While traditional stollen often contains a significant amount of dried fruit, you have the option to adjust the quantity to your liking. Feel free to reduce or even omit them altogether, tailoring the recipe to your personal preferences. The marzipan center is crucial to the overall experience, providing a smooth and creamy counterpoint to the slightly denser bread.

The recipe utilizes a special marzipan that stays soft during baking, ensuring that every bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Each ingredient is carefully selected to contribute to the stollen's overall character, resulting in a truly memorable and satisfying treat. From the first whiff of citrus and spice to the final, lingering taste of almond, this stollen is a culinary experience that will delight your senses.

Preparation Time

Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
1 h 0 min

Nutrition Information

Per 1 slice serving
C
Calories
350 Kcal

C
Carbs
10 g
Fi
Fiber
4 g
Sugar
3 g

P
Protein
5 g

C
Fats
30 g
Saturated Fats 15 g
Unsaturated Fats 10 g

Cholestrol 70 mg
Sodium 50 mg
Potassium 100 mg
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Ingredients

    1.
    Almond flour
    Almond flour
    1.5 cup
    2.
    Water
    Water
    1.5 tbsp
    3.
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    Powdered Erythritol (Icing Sugar)
    6 tbsp
    4.
    Almond extract
    Almond extract
    0.5 tsp
    5.
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    Baking Aids Xanthan Gum
    1.25 tsp
    6.
    Boiling water
    Boiling water
    2 tbsp
    7.
    Rum extract
    Rum extract
    1 tsp
    8.
    Raisins
    Raisins
    2 tbsp
    9.
    Lemon Peel Or Zest Raw
    Lemon Peel Or Zest Raw
    1 tbsp
    10.
    Orange Peel Or Zest Raw
    Orange Peel Or Zest Raw
    2 tbsp
    11.
    Slivered Almonds
    Slivered Almonds
    0.25 cup
    12.
    Raw egg
    Raw egg
    1 medium
    13.
    Sour cream
    Sour cream
    0.25 cup
    14.
    Melted Butter
    Melted Butter
    3 tbsp
    15.
    Vanilla extract
    Vanilla extract
    1 tsp
    16.
    Coconut flour
    Coconut flour
    0.33 cup
    17.
    Erythritol Granulated
    Erythritol Granulated
    0.25 cup
    18.
    Baking powder
    Baking powder
    2 tsp
    19.
    Cinnamon
    Cinnamon
    0.5 tsp
    20.
    Cardamom, ground
    Cardamom, ground
    0.13 tsp
    21.
    Salt
    Salt
    1 dash

Instructions

    1.
    To a small bowl, add 2 tbsp of hot water, rum extract, lemon zest, and orange zest. Roughly chop the raisins and add them to the bowl. Let everything soak for 15-20 minutes.
    2.
    To prepare the egg-free marzipan, add ½ cup almond flour, 4 tbsp powdered erythritol, and ¼ tsp xanthan gum to a food processor. Blend until the dry mixture resembles a fine powder. If you don't have a food processor, you can whisk these ingredients together in a bowl.
    3.
    Add the water and almond extract to the food processor. Blend until a rough dough comes together. Make sure that no almond flour is left at the bottom of the food processor.
    4.
    Transfer the dough to a bowl. Knead for a couple of minutes until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is sticky, add a little more almond flour. If it's too dry, add a tsp or 2 of water.
    5.
    Cut a large piece of cling film and lay it flat on your work surface. Shape the dough into a log and place it on the plastic. Wrap the cling film around the dough, secure it from both sides, roll it until it becomes a smooth 12 cm ( 4.7") cylinder, press it slightly, and place it in the fridge to firm up.
    6.
    Preheat your oven to 180 C/ 350 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. To a large bowl, add the egg, sour cream, 2 tbsp melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until incorporated.
    7.
    In another bowl, whisk the remaining almond flour, coconut flour, granulated erythritol, baking powder, 1 tsp xanthan gum, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt. Add it to the wet mixture. Add the soaked mixture and almonds as well.
    8.
    Whisk until smooth, then let sit for 5 minutes to thicken. The dough should feel pliable but not too wet. If it's too wet, add extra coconut flour 1 tbsp at a time.
    9.
    Transfer the dough onto the lined baking sheet and press it into a 12*17 cm ( 4.7" * 6.7") rectangle. Take the marzipan out of the fridge and place it in the middle of the dough. Lift one side of the parchment paper to fold the dough over the marzipan.
    10.
    Wet your hands and press the stollen into shape. Seal the dough from the bottom and edges, ensuring the marzipan is not exposed. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven.
    11.
    Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown. After the 20 minute mark, cover the stollen with aluminum foil if it's browning too fast. It should be done when an inserted toothpick comes out dry- don't insert the toothpick through the marzipan; that's supposed to stay wet.
    12.
    Take the stollen out of the oven and brush it with 1 tbsp of melted butter. Dust with 2 tbsp of powdered erythritol. Let it cool completely before cutting it into 10 slices.