Dampfnudeln are not noodles as their German name might suggest. They are steamed dumplings.
In my childhood it was always a special day when my grandmother made Dampfnudeln. Back then I didn't like the potato soup or the wine sauce that was usually served together with them, but I loved the dumplings!
Spätzle (or Spaetzle if you don't have the umlaut) are rich fresh egg noodles and are a traditional dish of southern Germany. They make a very nice side dish and are also the main ingredient of "Käsespätzle" (a casserole of Spätzle with cheese and onions).
Christstollen is a fruitcake made from yeast dough, butter, raisins, almonds, candied citron and candied orange peel. It has an almost bread-like consistency and is a wonderful staple of traditional German Christmas baking.
Here is my Mom's recipe for Christstollen. It is less sweet than the Stollen you may be able to find in stores.