Gingerbread House Starter Recipe

Name: Gingerbread House Starter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable shortening solid; 1 cup sugar granulated; 1 cup dark karo; 2 large eggs; 5 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ginger; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon cloves; 1 teaspoon nutmeg

Servings: persons

1 cup vegetable shortening solid
1 cup sugar granulated
1 cup dark karo
2 large eggs
5 3/4 cups flour, all-purpose
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon nutmeg

1
Pour melted Crisco into mixing bowl.
2
Cool slightly; add sugar and Karo, blending well.
3
Add eggs, mixing all until smooth and creamy.
4
Put salt, baking soda and spices into mixture and begin to add flour, just a little at a time.
5
DON'T HURRY THIS STEP!
6
Continue adding as much flour as the dough will absorb.
7
Bake house pieces at 375F (190C).
8
for 5 to 8 minutes.

901

kcal

Calories

Fat

184

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup vegetable shortening solid, 1 cup sugar granulated, 1 cup dark karo, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread House Starter falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Gingerbread House Starter

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