Introduction
Are you missing out on the holiday traditions of making Gingerbread Houses? No need to worry! Here is a delicious Gluten-Free Gingerbread House Recipe that you and your family can enjoy. This recipe features a delicious gingerbread that is soft, chewy, and perfect for building. Also, this recipe is quick and easy, so you can have your Gingerbread House built in no time. So, let's get baking!
Ingredients
The ingredients are simple and you likely have most, if not all of them in your pantry. Here is what you will need:
- 2 ½ cups gluten-free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup molasses
Instructions
Now that you have all of your ingredients, it is time to get started. First, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set the bowl aside.
In a large bowl, beat together the melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and molasses until they are light and fluffy. Then, slowly add in the flour mixture, a little at a time, until everything is combined. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
Next, lightly grease a baking sheet with butter or cooking spray. Then, turn the dough out onto the baking sheet and pat it into an even layer. Bake the gingerbread in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until it is lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow the gingerbread to cool before attempting to build your house.
Building the Gingerbread House
Now it is time to build your Gingerbread House. Start by cutting out the pieces of the house. You will need two rectangles for the walls, two rectangles for the roof, and one square for the base. You can use a knife or a cookie cutter to cut out the pieces. If you are using a cookie cutter, be sure to grease it with butter or cooking spray to prevent the gingerbread from sticking.
Once the pieces are cut out, assemble the house by stacking the pieces. Start with the base and stack the walls on top. Then, stack the roof pieces on top of the walls. Use a little of the leftover dough to patch any cracks or broken pieces. Finally, use icing to “glue” the pieces together.
Now your Gingerbread House is ready to decorate! You can use candies, sprinkles, and other decorations to make the house look festive. Have fun with it and get creative!
Nutrition
This Gluten-Free Gingerbread House is a delicious treat that the whole family can enjoy. Each piece of Gingerbread House has the following nutrition facts:
- Calories: 160
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 140mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 2g
Conclusion
This Gluten-Free Gingerbread House Recipe is a great way to get the whole family involved in baking. The gingerbread is soft and chewy, and perfect for building. Plus, it is gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy it. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get baking!