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Classic Gingerbread House

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This easy-to-assemble gingerbread house recipe uses a pre-fab kit, which is then decorated with a melted white vanilla bar. At Lindt, we honor the rich history and timeless tradition of gingerbread houses, beloved since the 1800s. Our recipe is easy and accessible without sacrificing the refined quality and indulgent flavors that define our brand. Discover our selection of chocolates, from rich dark chocolate to the decadent EXCELLENCE range, to personalize your creation and make your own enchanting chocolate gingerbread house. 

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-fab gingerbread house kit with royal icing
  • 7 oz white chocolate bar, chopped
  • 1 small tub silver balls, for garnishing
  • 1 tbsp edible glitter, for garnishing

Method

  1. Assemble the gingerbread house according to the directions on the package with the royal icing
  2. Place the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water and leave to melt for 5-6 minutes without stirring. Remove the bowl from the heat and leave the chocolate to cool for a few minutes until it is a pipeable consistency
  3. Place the chocolate in a heat-proof bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water and leave to melt for 5-6 minutes without stirring. Remove the bowl from the heat and leave the chocolate to cool for a few minutes until it is a pipeable consistency
  4. Leave to stand until completely set
  5. Tip: Alternatively, instead of silver balls and edible glitter, decorate with your favorite Christmas sweets.