Recipe Gingerbread To Make A House

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How to Make a Gingerbread House

Making a gingerbread house is a great way to get creative and have fun with your family. It is the perfect holiday activity for any age! This recipe for gingerbread house will help you create a unique and delicious holiday decoration that will be the envy of your neighborhood.

Ingredients

To make the gingerbread house, you will need the following ingredients:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Royal icing for decoration
• Assorted candies for decoration

Instructions

Follow these instructions to make the gingerbread house:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg, molasses, and salt. Gradually stir in the sifted ingredients until just blended.
4. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm.
5. When the gingerbread is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely. Cut the gingerbread into the desired house shape. Use a serrated knife to cut out doors, windows, and other details.
6. To assemble the house, use royal icing to attach the sides and roof pieces together. Allow the icing to set before decorating the house with assorted candies.

Conclusion

Making a gingerbread house is a fun and delicious holiday activity that can be enjoyed by the whole family. Use this recipe to make a unique and delicious gingerbread house that is sure to be the envy of your neighborhood!

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