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gingerbread house

Gingerbread House Magic: 5 Steps to Holiday Cheer


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: 1 gingerbread house 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun and festive gingerbread house recipe perfect for holiday decorating.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until creamy.
  4. Add molasses and egg, mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mix until combined.
  6. Roll out the dough, cut shapes for the house.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until firm.
  8. Let cool completely before assembling.

Notes

  • Use royal icing to hold the pieces together.
  • Decorate with candies and sprinkles.
  • Store in a cool, dry place.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/12 of house
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: gingerbread house