Save to Pinterest A festive and interactive holiday platter featuring gingerbread house pieces, assorted candies, and decorative sweets for building and enjoying your own edible gingerbread creations.
I love how this gingerbread house board brings everyone together to create and share joyful moments during the holidays.
Ingredients
- Gingerbread House Pieces: 3 cups (375 g) all-purpose flour 3/4 cup (150 g) brown sugar 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened 2/3 cup (225 g) molasses 1 large egg 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt
- Royal Icing (for glue): 2 large egg whites 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar, sifted 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- Decorations & Candy: 1 cup mini marshmallows 1 cup assorted gumdrops 1 cup candy canes, crushed or mini whole 1 cup chocolate buttons or M&Ms 1 cup peppermint candies 1 cup jelly beans 1/2 cup pretzel sticks Assorted sprinkles Edible glitter (optional)
- Extras: 1/2 cup shredded coconut (for snow effect) 1 cup fresh berries (optional, for color)
Instructions
- Prepare the gingerbread dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses and egg, mixing well. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until a dough forms. Divide dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven and cut shapes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) thickness. Using templates or cookie cutters, cut out gingerbread house panels (walls, roofs, doors) and transfer to lined baking sheets. Bake 12–15 minutes until firm. Let cool completely.
- Make the royal icing:
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a piping bag.
- Arrange pieces and decorations:
- Arrange all gingerbread pieces, candies, and decorations on a large board or platter. Place bowls of icing for glue and small spatulas or piping bags nearby.
- Assemble and decorate:
- Invite guests to assemble and decorate their own mini gingerbread houses using the provided pieces, icing, and candies.
- Add finishing touches:
- Sprinkle shredded coconut over the board for a snowy effect. Add berries for fresh color, if using.
- Enjoy:
- Enjoy as a festive centerpiece and delicious treat!
Save to Pinterest This recipe always creates wonderful family moments as everyone gathers around to build and decorate their edible houses together.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowls Electric mixer Rolling pin Gingerbread house templates or cookie cutters Baking sheets Parchment paper Piping bags or small spatulas Large serving board or platter Small bowls for candies
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (butter) Some candies may contain nuts or soy, always check packaging For severe allergies, ensure all ingredients are certified allergen-free
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 420 Total Fat: 8 g Carbohydrates: 85 g Protein: 4 g
Save to Pinterest This gingerbread house board is the perfect blend of creativity and taste to brighten up your holiday celebrations.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I prepare the gingerbread pieces?
Mix flour, spices, sugars, and wet ingredients to form a dough, chill it, then roll and cut into panels before baking at 350°F for 12-15 minutes until firm.
- → What can I use instead of egg whites for the icing?
Aquafaba, the liquid from chickpeas, can be whipped as an egg-free alternative to create royal icing with stiff peaks.
- → How do I assemble the gingerbread structures?
Use the royal icing as glue to attach gingerbread panels on the board, then decorate with candies and sweets as desired.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- → How should leftovers be stored?
Keep any leftover gingerbread pieces in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- → What tools are recommended for assembly?
Use piping bags or small spatulas to apply icing, along with gingerbread house templates or cookie cutters for shaping panels.