Gingerbread Houses
Create stunning gingerbread houses with this easy and customizable recipe, perfect for family bonding during the festive season.
Ingredients
Gingerbread Dough Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened Can substitute with plant-based butter for dairy-free.
- 1 cup brown sugar Can be replaced with coconut sugar.
- 1 large egg Can substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan version.
- 0.5 cups molasses
Icing and Decoration Ingredients
- 2 cups powdered sugar For icing.
- assorted pieces candies For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to make the process smoother.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In another mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Wet Ingredients
- Blend in the egg and molasses to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well until fully incorporated.
Combine Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mix into the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
Roll Dough
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
Cut Shapes
- Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into pieces for your gingerbread house structure.
Bake
- Place cut dough pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Prepare Icing
- Mix powdered sugar with water to create a simple icing mix.
Assemble and Decorate
- Use the icing as glue to begin assembling your house and let your creativity shine by decorating with assorted candies.
Notes
Store gingerbread houses in a cool, dry place at room temperature.