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Classic gingerbread recipes for Christmas time

Gingerbread is one of those beautifully festive flavours we associate with Christmas, pairing zesty ginger with fragrant spices and sweet sugar. And whether you like it in biscuit, slice or cake form, this recipe collection is sure to appeal. We've got recipes for making gingerbread houses decorated with lollies, just waiting to be smashed down and gobbled up by hungry loved ones. You'll also find beautiful pudding and cake recipes for the perfect way to finish up a huge family lunch.
GINGERBREAD House
Baking
November 30, 1975

Gingerbread house

Gingerbread can be made up to a week ahead, store in an airtight container. The house can be assembled 5 days ahead, keep covered in a cool dry place. In hot humid weather, the toffee should be made on the day of serving. Note
By Women's Weekly Food
Little gingerbread loaves
Quick & Easy
March 15, 2007

Little gingerbread loaves

Treacle is sweeter than molasses, but not as sweet as golden syrup, and it has a slightly bitter taste. If you don’t have any treacle you can make these little gingerbread loaves with golden syrup but may want to remove one tablespoon of sugar from the recipe.
By Women's Weekly Food
Women's Weekly Food

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