Description
A traditional Italian gingerbread house, known as ‘casetta pan di zenzero,’ is a festive treat perfect for holidays. It combines warm spices with sweet molasses for a rich flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 3/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat molasses, brown sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients to form a dough.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into house shapes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm.
- Cool completely before assembling with icing.
Notes
- Use royal icing for sturdy assembly.
- Decorate with candies for a festive touch.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: gingerbread house, Italian dessert, holiday baking