If you’re looking for something simpler than the traditional gingerbread houses, how about making up a big batch of gingerbread stars and putting together a few of these edible Christmas trees?
Dive into the festive spirit with our delightful and charming Gingerbread Star Christmas Tree Recipe!
They look so effective, and will please the whole family. Everyone loves gingerbread in our house!
You could also try these simple chocolate gingerbread cookies especially for the kids who prefer something chocolatey to the pure ginger flavor.
Unleash the warm and sweet scents of gingerbread that will envelop your home, creating a magical holiday atmosphere.
These gingerbread recipes are not just about baking; it’s about crafting joy and holiday cheer in the simplest yet most enchanting way.
Making a luminous stack of star-shaped gingerbread cookies, we will guide you to construct a stunning Christmas tree that stands as a centerpiece of your holiday celebrations.
It’s effortless, remarkably effective, and bound to be a festive favorite! Let’s turn simple ingredients into a magnificent, edible holiday masterpiece that will captivate the hearts and taste buds of both kids and adults alike!
How to Make Gingerbread Star Christmas Trees
Preparation time:45 minutes
Cooking time:15 minutes
Total time:1 hour
Gingerbread Star Ingredients
Makes: 3 trees – multiply quantities as needed
125g unsalted butter
100g dark brown muscovado sugar
4 tbsp golden syrup
325g plain flour, plus extra for dusting
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp Waitrose Signature Spice (ground)
To decorate
200g icing sugar, sifted, plus extra for dusting
1 large Waitrose British Blacktail Free Range Egg white
Gingerbread star Method
1. You will need a set of 3 star-shaped cookie cutters, plus a 2cm round cutter.
2. Preheat the oven to 170°C, gas mark 3. Line 2 large baking trays with baking parchment. Melt the butter, sugar and syrup together in a medium saucepan, stirring occasionally, then remove from the heat.
3. Sieve the flour, bicarbonate of soda and spices into a bowl then stir in the melted ingredients to make a stiff dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and roll to a thickness of about 5mm.
4. Stamp out 6 of each size star and 12 of the 2cm rounds. Place on the baking sheets, leaving plenty of space between them. Chill for 10 minutes until firm.
5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the biscuits are a light golden brown, then transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool. Meanwhile, mix together the icing sugar and egg white until smooth then spoon into a piping bag.
6. To assemble each tree, use the icing to stick one of the round biscuits onto the centre of one of the largest stars. Continue to build layers using 2 stars of each, descending in size, with a round disc and icing between each layer. Save one of the smallest stars for the top.
7. Decorate the reserved star with icing and leave to set, then fix it to the top of the tree with a cocktail stick. Brush the tips of the stars with a little water then dust with icing sugar.
Celebrate the conclusion of your festive culinary journey with our ravishing Gingerbread Star Christmas Tree standing tall and proud!
It’s more than a dessert; it’s a creation that symbolizes the heartwarming and joyful essence of Christmas. Easy to create, yet overflowing with festive allure, this edible masterpiece is a triumph of holiday creativity.
Your guests will be mesmerized, and your holiday spirits lifted by the beauty and delightful flavors of this charming gingerbread creation.
So, let the festivities begin with a sprinkle of gingerbread magic!
More Gingerbread-Themed Activities for Kids
Get ready to sprinkle some extra holiday magic with more gingerbread-themed activities! Kids can dive into a world of creativity and fun, crafting gingerbread houses, ornaments, or even adorable gingerbread men and women. The possibilities are enchanting, ensuring your little ones are brimming with excitement and joy throughout the festive season!
- Free Printable Gingerbread House Craft for Kids
- Decorate the Gingerbread Man Free Printable Activity for Kids
- Gingerbread Man Paint Stamping
- Sensory Play with Cinnamon & Ginger Cloud Dough
More Festive Easy Recipes
Unlock the doors to a treasure trove of easy, yet astonishingly festive recipes that will dazzle your holiday table.
From delightful appetizers to scrumptious desserts, find inspiring ideas that are not only simple to whip up but also overflowing with holiday charm and flavor!
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- Traditional Light & Fruity Christmas Cake Recipe
- Easy Christmas Star Sandwiches
Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
These look fantastic!
wow these are simple but totally effective wow
These are great aren’t they. I’m holding off on baking until Monkey finishes school, but this is one of the options I have for him
So easy, but so delicious!
Fantastic recipe, these went down a treat at Christmas! I’ll definitely be making these again, thanks (: