Ingredients
To make a large gingerbread house cookie cutter you will need: 500g plain flour, 250g butter, 125g light brown sugar, 3 eggs, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. You will also need some icing sugar and food colouring for decorating the cookie cutter.
Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius and grease a baking tray. In a medium-sized bowl, cream together the butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the ground ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Slowly mix in the plain flour until the dough comes together. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to around ½ cm thick. Using a gingerbread house cookie cutter, cut out the shapes and place them onto the greased baking tray. Bake in the preheated oven for around 15 minutes, or until the gingerbread house cookies are golden brown. Leave to cool on a wire rack before decorating.
Decorating
To decorate the gingerbread house cookie cutter, make some icing from icing sugar and water. Separate the icing into several bowls and add a few drops of food colouring to each bowl to create different coloured icings. Using the icings, pipe designs onto the cookies and leave to dry before serving. You can also use some edible glitter, sprinkles, and other decorations to make your gingerbread house cookie cutter look even more special.
Nutrition
This gingerbread house cookie cutter is a delicious treat and makes a great addition to any special occasion. Each cookie provides approximately 150 calories, 8g of fat, 19g of carbohydrates, and 2g of protein. The gingerbread house cookie cutter is a tasty treat that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Storage
The gingerbread house cookie cutter can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. If you want to keep them for longer, they can be frozen for up to three months. To defrost, simply leave them at room temperature for a few hours.
Serving Suggestions
These gingerbread house cookie cutters make a great addition to any special occasion. Serve them with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delicious snack. They also make a wonderful gift – simply wrap them up in a cellophane bag and tie with a ribbon. They can also be used as decorations for cakes and cupcakes.
Conclusion
Gingerbread house cookie cutters are the perfect way to add a little bit of fun and creativity to any special occasion. With the right ingredients and decorations, you can create an impressive and delicious cookie cutter that will be sure to impress your guests. They also make great gifts and can be enjoyed by everyone.