Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House Recipe

Create a magical gingerbread wonderland! This easy-to-work-with gingerbread dough recipe is perfect for crafting adorable gingerbread people OR stunning gingerbread houses. One batch makes 3 generously sized houses—enough for a whole village! This recipe, originally featured in Good Housekeeping (Dec 94), guarantees delicious results whether you're decorating tiny cookies or a show-stopping house. Get ready for festive fun!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 93.8 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House

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How to Make Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9x13 inch baking pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the dough evenly among the prepared pans. Spread into even layers.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Larger gingerbread houses may require longer baking times; check for doneness regularly.
  8. Let the gingerbread cool completely in the pans before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Once completely cooled, frost and decorate your gingerbread creations! Get creative with candies, frosting, and sprinkles.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

2g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House?

Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House?

Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House has approximately 93.8 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House?

The key ingredients for Gingerbread For Cookies Or A Gingerbread House are Sugar, Molasses, Ginger, Allspice, Cinnamon, Clove. See the full list with measurements above.

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