Catherine said: There is something about a
gingerbread house that screams Christmas. I’m not sure if I can pinpoint what
makes gingerbread so special. Whether it’s that wonderful spice aroma that
fills the home, the laughter and creativity that your children display when
decorating gingerbread or the anticipation and build up to Christmas Day when
everyone can enjoy the flavour and find what treats are hidden beneath the
roof. What I especially love about making a gingerbread house is the coming together
of family and friends and sharing my love of baking.
In saying that I would love to share my love for
baking with you and inspire you to bake and create your own creative
gingerbread house. Due to gingerbread becoming increasingly popular over the
last few years, there are many kits available that include templates and
premixes. Aldi, Ikea, Myer and major grocery chains have these kits available
but most gingerbread recipes have basic ingredients and most of which are staples
in your pantry. You can Google a ‘gingerbread recipe’ and choose
one that suits your tastes. I use a recipe with other spices which includes
equal cinnamon and ginger – my children love this recipe and it creates a
beautiful colour!
You can also search ‘gingerbread template’ on
Google images and choose your preferred size and shape. Special gingerbread
house cutters are also available from specialty cake decorating stores. I would
also recommend making your gingerbread house over two days. Day one for baking
of the pieces, allowing them to cool and day two for the assembly and final
decorations.
The recipe of this amazing {Gingerbread House} was featured in the Christmas edition of My Little Jedi Online Magazine. Click here to view it. Enjoy x
Article written by Catherine Graetz www.2bites.com.au
Gingerbread DIY tutorual by Catherine Graetz
Photography by www.natalieboog.com
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