Gingerbread House Assembly Instructions
When ready to construct the house, spread icing directly on a strong piece of cardboard, plywood, or a flat unbreakable tray to cover area where house will be
built.
Spread or pipe icing on edges of each piece which will attach to one another. Press pieces firmly together and hold to form neat angles. You may release your hold when pieces are self-standing. (This should only take a minute or two but if it needs a bit of help, we used a short cup to hold it until it was set).
Allow sections of the house to dry before applying the roof or candy decorations. When house is thoroughly dry, you may begin attaching candy, cookies, nuts,
etc., to the house or "grounds" using the icing as glue. Store house in a cool dry place for up to four weeks.
The Icing: The icing is used as "cement" to put the house together, attach decorations, and make icicles and decorative trim. You will need one or two batches to complete one house. Make each batch separately. Any fat substance will inhibit the whites from beating so separate the yolks carefully and keep all utensils grease-free.
Have fun with it!! Our kids had alot of fun making this house and decorating it!
Have a Safe and Happy Holiday!!
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