A festive kit including gingerbread panels, royal icing, and candies for constructing and decorating a classic holiday centerpiece.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Gingerbread Panels
01 - 3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup brown sugar
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
04 - 2/3 cup molasses
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1 tablespoon ground ginger
08 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Royal Icing
12 - 2 large egg whites or 4 tablespoons pasteurized egg whites
13 - 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
14 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
→ Decorations
15 - 1 cup assorted candies (gumdrops, mini pretzels, chocolate buttons, sprinkles, candy canes, etc.)
16 - 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional, for snow effect)
17 - 1/4 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Incorporate molasses and egg, mixing thoroughly.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
04 - Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
05 - Divide dough in half. Roll each half between parchment sheets to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut panels using templates: 2 walls (4x6 inches), 2 roof pieces (5x7 inches), 2 side walls (4x5 inches).
06 - Place panels on prepared sheets and bake 12 to 15 minutes until edges are firm. Cool fully on wire rack.
07 - Beat egg whites until foamy. Slowly add sifted powdered sugar and lemon juice, continue beating until thick and glossy. Transfer to piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
08 - Pipe royal icing along edges of panels and join to construct the house. Hold pieces together briefly until set and allow 30 minutes drying time.
09 - Use remaining icing to pipe decorative details and attach candies, shredded coconut, and mini marshmallows as desired. Let dry completely before displaying or serving.
