# List of ingredients:
→ Gingerbread House Pieces
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 1/2 tsp ground ginger
07 - 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 tsp ground cloves
09 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
10 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Royal Icing
11 - 2 large egg whites
12 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
13 - 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
→ Decorations & Candy
14 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
15 - 1 cup assorted gumdrops
16 - 1 cup candy canes, crushed or mini whole
17 - 1 cup chocolate buttons or M&Ms
18 - 1 cup peppermint candies
19 - 1 cup jelly beans
20 - 1/2 cup pretzel sticks
21 - Assorted sprinkles
22 - Edible glitter (optional)
→ Extras
23 - 1/2 cup shredded coconut (for snow effect)
24 - 1 cup fresh berries (optional, for color)
# How to make it:
01 - In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Incorporate molasses and egg, mixing thoroughly. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until a firm dough forms. Divide dough in half, flatten into discs, wrap with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
02 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Using gingerbread house templates or cookie cutters, cut panels for walls, roofs, and doors. Place pieces on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until firm. Allow to cool completely before handling.
03 - Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, beating continuously until stiff peaks form. Transfer the icing to a piping bag for assembly.
04 - Arrange all gingerbread pieces, assorted candies, and decorative sweets on a large serving board or platter. Provide bowls of icing along with piping bags or small spatulas for convenience.
05 - Invite guests to build their own mini gingerbread houses using the provided pieces, royal icing as glue, and assorted candies for decoration. Encourage creativity and festive engagement.
06 - Sprinkle shredded coconut over the display to simulate snow. Optionally, scatter fresh berries to enhance color and freshness.
07 - Present as a festive centerpiece and enjoy edible creations with guests.
