Gingerbread House

12 Method Steps

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add in the egg and molasses, and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two equal portions.

Step 7

Roll out each portion of the dough between two sheets of parchment paper until they are 1/4 inch thick.

Step 8

Cut out the gingerbread house pieces using a gingerbread house template and a sharp knife.

Step 9

Transfer the cut-out pieces to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Step 12

Using royal icing, assemble the gingerbread house and decorate with candy as desired.