Cherry Stollen A traditional Christmas favorite~ Cherry Stollen Ingredients 1/2 cup dried tart cherries 2 tablespoons kirsch 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese or quark 1/2 cup red candied cherries 1/3 cup chopped pecans 1 teaspoon