Introduction
Gingerbread haunted house kits are a fun and delicious way to get into the spooky spirit of Halloween. Perfect for a party or just a fun afternoon with the kids, these kits are sure to be a hit! With just a few ingredients and some creative decorating, you can create a spooky little house that your friends and family will love. Read on to learn how to make your own gingerbread haunted house kit.
Ingredients
For the gingerbread:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
For the icing:
- 2 large egg whites
- 3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
For decorating:
- Assorted candies and sprinkles
- Edible markers or food coloring
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter and brown sugar at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Reduce speed to low and add egg and molasses, beating until combined. With mixer running, slowly add dry ingredients and beat until combined. 2. Divide dough in half and place each half on a lightly floured work surface. Roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Using a small knife, cut out pieces of your desired shape and size. Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until lightly golden. Let cool completely before assembling. 3. To make the icing, whisk together egg whites and 2 cups of the confectioners’ sugar. Whisk in corn syrup until combined. Add remaining confectioners’ sugar and beat on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a small round or star tip and pipe details onto cooled gingerbread pieces. 4. Assemble haunted house by using icing to attach pieces together. Decorate with candies and sprinkles. For extra detail, use edible markers or food coloring to draw windows, doors, and other decorations. Let dry before serving.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 piece of gingerbread
Calories: 200 kcal
Total Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg
Sodium: 130 mg
Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
Dietary Fiber: 1 g
Sugars: 16 g
Protein: 2 g
Conclusion
Gingerbread haunted house kits are the perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit. With just a few simple ingredients and some creative decorating, you can make a spooky little house that’s sure to be a hit. Whether you’re planning a Halloween party or just want to have some fun with the kids, these kits are sure to be a hit. So grab your ingredients and get ready to create a spooky gingerbread house!