Tips to make an epic gingerbread house this Christmas

By Shikha Singh

Rock-Steady Base:

Build your gingerbread palace on a sturdy foundation, like a thick cardboard throne or a wooden board fit for a king. This ensures your masterpiece stands tall.

Personal Touches:

Craft marshmallow snowmen and gumdrop trees, or weave icing stories onto your gingerbread walls.

Festive Flair:

Make your gingerbread land sing with color! Mix food coloring into your royal icing and create a vibrant palette, like a sugary sunset or a candy cane forest.

Patience is a Virtue

Remember, great things take time. Let each gingerbread piece and decoration dry completely before assembling your palace.

Royal Icing Alchemy:

Whip up a thick, sticky royal icing – your secret glue! It'll bind your gingerbread bricks together.

Master of the Cookie Cutter:

Take your time with this step. Use templates or stencils like a gingerbread architect, ensuring each piece fits perfectly. Candy Capers: Decorate your creation with a vibrant rainbow of candies – think gumdrops, sprinkles, and anything else that tickles your sweet tooth.

Showtime:

Unveil your sugary masterpiece! Place it on a festive platter or cake stand, like a throne. Sprinkle powdered sugar for a snowy touch, and bask in the glory of your edible creation.