Sorry I didn't see you had commented sooner - I checked back with the original recipe I brought back from Germany years ago, and it does include sugar in the dough as I have now updated in the recipe above (somehow it must have been deleted as I updated the recipe). However I have also made it with no sugar in the main dough and we still really enjoyed it. So, I'd say use none, if you prefer less sweet, or a little, up to the amount indicated above.

Thanks, Linda, it's definitely one of my favorite recipes for something I liked anyway!

Thanks, Jennifer, I'm sure it would be pretty good in French toast but it also keeps very well - it's good for at least 10 days or more - so you can enjoy it as it is a while as well!

Thanks, Michelle, it has wonderful flavors and is not difficult either, I hope you give it a try!

Thanks, Analida. Yes the smell was wonderful as it cooked, and it's so delicious. Foodie Extravaganza is a lot of fun too!

I didn't really think of them as festive, but they are tasty so why not!

Thanks, Liz, that must have been a lot of fun. Marzipan is essential for me (although I know some don't like it) - do give it a try!

Thanks Indu, it is so delicious I might need to make another one soon!

Thanks Christine. I hope you give it a try - it's not that hard but is so delicious!

I want to look into the other blogging club you mentioned.

Thanks for bringing this to FF.

Thanks Laura, I have to say this version is already a favorite. Thanks for hosting this month!

Thanks Rebekah, it is delicious!

They're great, and work well here too 🙂

Thanks, the markets really are lovely, and this stollen is delicious as well.