Yesterday, I posted all about my neighbor Meghan's gingerbread party for 4 and 5 year old kids. (Read that post here). A great time was had by all in part because of Meghan's hard work in advance of the party. They key to making this party work for younger kids is to let them get to the decorating as quickly as possible. For kids who are 7 or 8 (and very patient), building might not be a problem if you have everything cut and ready to go. So, here's how it goes...
Make the dough using the recipe in the Joy of Cooking. Roll out the dough and cut out the front, back, roof, and sides.
Next, bake the pieces according to the recipe directions.
Next cover a pint container with foil.
Next, mix up a batch or two (depending on how many houses you're making) of Royal Icing (recipe here) and spread on each piece.
Then attach each to the sides of the pint container.
Finally fill in the crevices with Royal Icing.
Gather your candy and get ready to decorate!!
Aren't they adorable?!! Great job to Meghan (and Jeff) on all of your hard work!! And thanks for taking these awesome pictures of the process!
Happy Holidays!!
