Description
A festive recipe for making a classic gingerbread house with spiced dough and decorations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- For decoration: royal icing, gumdrops, candies
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add molasses and egg, and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough and cut into house shapes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until firm. Let cool completely.
- Assemble the house with royal icing and decorate as desired.
Notes
Ensure the dough is chilled for easier handling. This recipe makes one gingerbread house.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 per serving
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 2g