Candy Cottage Gingerbread House (No-Bake Version)

by

Candy Cottage Gingerbread House (No-Bake Version)

A magical, candy-packed Christmas cottage made entirely from soft cookies, creamy icing, and festive decorations — no oven needed. Fun for kids, beautiful for display, and delicious to eat!

Yield: 1 decorated gingerbread cottage
Temp: No baking required
Time: 45–60 minutes assembly

Key Ingredients First:

  • Soft rectangular cookies (for walls + roof)

Full Recipe

Ingredients

For the Structure:

  • 12–16 soft rectangular cookies (like tea biscuits or graham-style cookies)
  • Extra cookies for doors, windows, and roof shingles (optional)

For the Icing “Glue”:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tbsp milk or water
  • 1 tsp vanilla
    OR use store-bought white frosting for extra stability

For Decoration:

  • Assorted colorful candies (gumdrops, gummy bears, M&Ms, chocolate buttons)
  • Peppermint candies or candy canes
  • Mini marshmallows
  • Sprinkles
  • Shredded coconut (for snow)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Icing Glue:
    • Mix powdered sugar with milk until thick and sticky (like glue).
    • Add a touch more sugar if runny — it must hold walls together.
  2. Build the Cottage Walls:
    • Arrange 4 soft rectangular cookies to form the house walls.
    • Pipe a thick line of icing along each edge and press together.
    • Hold for a few seconds until they stick. Let sit 5 minutes to firm up.
  3. Attach the Roof:
    • Use 2–4 cookies to create the roof shape.
    • Add icing along the top edges of the walls and gently place the roof pieces.
    • Let rest until stable.
  4. Add Doors & Windows:
    • Cut or break extra cookies into door and window shapes.
    • Attach with icing.
  5. Decorate the Cottage:
    • Use icing as glue and attach gumdrops, chocolates, and candies.
    • Outline the roof with mini marshmallows.
    • Sprinkle shredded coconut on the base for snow.
    • Add candy canes to the sides for a festive touch.
  6. Let It Set:
    • Allow the cottage to dry for 15–20 minutes before moving.

Tips for a Strong, Cute Gingerbread Cottage

  • Use soft cookies — they stick better and don’t crack easily.
  • Cool your icing glue in the fridge for 5 minutes to thicken fast.
  • For extra support, place a small cup or jar inside the house while assembling.
  • White frosting in a piping bag gives super clean snowy lines.
  • Kids love using mini marshmallows, sprinkles, and small chocolates.

Leave a Comment