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Elaborate gluten-free gingerbread house Christmas display with detailed pink scalloped roof tiles, white royal icing snow, green wreath door decoration, candy cane pathway, decorative Christmas trees, and winter wonderland scene on wooden base

Gluten Free Gingerbread House

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A fun and festive gluten free gingerbread house recipe that the whole family can enjoy, filled with delicious holiday flavors.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 gingerbread house

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp ginger
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 egg
  • Powdered sugar (for icing)
  • Milk or aquafaba (for icing)
  • Variety of candies for decoration (mini marshmallows, licorice, chocolate drops)

Instructions

  1. Prepare template shapes for the gingerbread panels: two roof panels, two side walls, and two end pieces.
  2. Mix gluten free flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar, then mix in molasses and honey.
  4. Beat in egg and combine with dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Roll out the dough and cut into the prepared templates.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or until the edges are firm.
  8. Prepare royal icing using powdered sugar and a splash of milk or aquafaba until thick.
  9. Assemble the house using the icing as glue, holding for a few minutes to set.
  10. Decorate with various candies and enjoy the process!

Notes

Use a pizza cutter for cutting dough and remember to measure your pieces carefully. Baking times may vary based on oven temperature.

  • Author: Caleb Finch
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free