Gingerbread house

Create a festive centerpiece with this delightful gingerbread house recipe! Featuring a spicy blend of ginger and cinnamon, paired with rich brown sugar and buttery goodness, it’s perfect for holiday baking. Get your hands crafty with a touch of sweet maple syrup and intricate icing made from egg whites and powdered sugar. Enjoy a fun-filled project that’s equally delicious and decorative!

  • 13 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 30 min
  • Prep time 350 min
  • 12 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Gingerbread house

Creating a gingerbread house is a festive and fun activity that not only brings the family together but also results in a charming and edible centerpiece for the holidays. This recipe combines the rich flavors of ginger and cinnamon with the sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup to create a sturdy yet delicious gingerbread perfect for building your house.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup self-raising flour
72g
1 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
120g
1 tbsp ginger
16g
2 tsp cinnamon
6g
1 cup brown sugar
230g
2/3 cup butter
150g
1/2 cup maple syrup
120g
2 egg whites
63g
3 cup powdered sugar
480g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour, all-purpose flour, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon.
3. Cream butter and sugar: Using a stand mixer or a hand mixer, cream the butter and brown sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. Incorporate syrup: Add the maple syrup to the butter and sugar mixture and beat until combined.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.
6. Refrigerate dough: Divide the dough into two equal parts, wrap them in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
2. Roll Out and Cut Dough:
1. Roll dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4-inch thick.
2. Cut shapes: Using gingerbread house templates, cut out the required shapes (walls, roof pieces, and any additional design elements). Re-roll scraps as necessary.
3. Bake pieces: Place the cut pieces on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each one. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are firm and lightly browned.
4. Cool completely: Allow the pieces to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Prepare the Royal Icing:
1. Beat egg whites: In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy.
2. Add powdered sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until the icing is smooth and thick. Increase the speed and beat for about 5 minutes, or until the icing holds stiff peaks.
3. Adjust consistency: If the icing is too thick, add a few drops of water until the desired consistency is reached. For thicker icing to use as glue, keep it stiff; for decorating, you might want to thin it slightly.
4. Assemble the House:
1. Prepare a base: Choose a sturdy base (like a wooden board or a thick piece of cardboard) covered with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
2. Glue pieces together: Use the royal icing as glue. Pipe a thick line of icing along the edges of each wall piece and press them together. Hold them in place for a few minutes to let the icing set.
3. Add the roof: Pipe icing along the top edges of the walls, then gently press the roof pieces into place. Hold until set.
4. Add decorations: Use the remaining royal icing to pipe decorations on the house. Add candy, sprinkles, or other edible decorations as desired.
5. Let it Set:
1. Dry completely: Allow the assembled gingerbread house to sit at room temperature for several hours or overnight to ensure all the icing has hardened.
6. Enjoy your creation: Display your gingerbread house as a festive centerpiece or enjoy a piece with friends and family!

Tips:

- Ensure your butter is at room temperature to mix more easily with the sugar and syrup.

- Chill the dough before rolling it out to make it easier to handle and cut precise shapes.

- Use a ruler to measure and cut even panels for the house construction to ensure they fit together properly.

- Allow the baked pieces to cool completely before assembling the house to avoid structural issues.

- Use royal icing made from the egg whites and powdered sugar to act as glue for assembling the house. It hardens quickly and holds well.

- Decorate your gingerbread house with candies, sprinkles, and additional icing for a festive touch.

Building a gingerbread house is a delightful holiday tradition that combines creativity with culinary skills. Following this recipe and the tips provided, you'll be able to create a charming and delicious gingerbread house that will be a highlight of your holiday celebrations. Enjoy the process and have fun decorating with your loved ones.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size100 grams
Energy
Calories 390kcal19%
Protein
Protein 2.85g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g21%
Fiber 0.94g2%
Sugar 60g58%
Fat
Fat 10g12%
Saturated 6g19%
Cholesterol 30mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 90ug10%
Choline 5mg1%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B3 0.42mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 5ug1%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 0.03mg0%
Vitamin E 0.02mg0%
Vitamin K 1.08ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 30mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.06mg6%
Iron, Fe 0.66mg6%
Magnesium, Mg 12mg3%
Phosphorus, P 30mg2%
Potassium, K 80mg2%
Selenium, Se 6ug10%
Sodium, Na 18mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.27mg2%
Water
Water 9g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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