There’s even a Pez candy house
If you’ve ever endeavored to mix, bake and build your very own gingerbread house from scratch, you’ll understand exactly why there are so many varieties of gingerbread house kits. These pre-made options come with everything you need to create a holiday masterpiece without all the fuss, including the cookie pieces, candy, frosting and more. Plus, they taste delicious.
From toddlers to adults and everyone in between, gingerbread house kits are available for all levels of designers and assemblers. Whether you want to create a mini Candy Land model or love all things Pez, here are 11 totally unique gingerbread houses you can buy on Amazon.
In this article: Cookies United Candy Land Mini Gingerbread House Kit, Create-A-Kit Barbie Dreamhouse Cookie Kit and Pez Mini Christmas Gingerbread House Kit
What to look for in a gingerbread house
With so many types of gingerbread houses, you’ll want to carefully consider which kit is best for your situation. Do you need a certain difficulty level that your toddler can have fun assembling, or is the theme the most important aspect? Here are a few factors to consider when choosing a gingerbread house kit on Amazon.
Ease of assembly
The simplest gingerbread house has four cookie walls and two cookie roof pieces. However, you can find kits with chimneys, a second-story or in the shape of a tree house. The ages and skill levels of the participants should dictate the ease of assembly. For example, a family-friendly project probably shouldn’t include a complicated roofline or multiple rooms. The picture on the box is an excellent indication of the difficulty level.
What’s included
While the best part about gingerbread houses is that they come with everything included, the exact items in each kit vary from one to the next. The most common items include the house and roof panels, icing for glue and some sort of candy for decoration. Each kit should list what’s included so you can take a look before buying.
Theme
Are you looking for a particular theme? Maybe your kids are obsessed with Paw Patrol, or you get a little nostalgic when you see a Pez dispenser. If not, you can also select a classic design with white icing and colorful gumdrops.
How long do gingerbread house kits last?
Before opening, gingerbread house kits can last up to a year, although it’s best to follow the expiration date on each individual box. After opening and assembling, gingerbread houses can sit out for up to a month and still look as good as the day they were made. However, it’s important to note that a gingerbread house that has been sitting out for a period of time is no longer safe to eat.
Best gingerbread houses you can buy on Amazon
Nabisco Create-A-Treat Oreo and Sour Patch Kids Holiday Cookie House Decorating Kits
With this two-pack of gingerbread houses, everyone in the family can participate in a night of fun and creativity. The two themes are Oreo and Sour Patch Kids to delight both fruity and chocolate lovers. The Oreo kit includes chocolate cookie panels, creme-flavored icing and delicious goodies for decorating, while the Sour Patch Kids kit comes with the typical gingerbread cookie panels, icing and those delicious chewy candies.
Cookies United Frosty the Snowman Mini Gingerbread House Kit
Whether you live in a cold or warm climate, bring winter to you with this Frosty the Snowman gingerbread house kit. The mini size is ideal for little hands, or grab several for a holiday party. It comes with pre-made gingerbread cookie panels, icing for the glue, fruity gummies, candy jewels and a cut-out of Frosty.
Cookies United Candy Land Mini Gingerbread House Kit
Family game night just got better. While you’re playing Candy Land, you can also create your very own delicious Candy Land scene using this pre-made gingerbread house kit. Edible ingredients include gingerbread cookies for the house and roof, icing to hold it all together and both gummy and hard candies for decoration. Plus, the box is designed with cut-out characters to complete your scene.
Create-A-Kit Barbie Dreamhouse Cookie Kit
Instead of buying a Barbie Dreamhouse this Christmas, make your own edible version using this complete kit. Slightly larger than a classic square gingerbread house, this Barbie Dreamhouse comes with five cookie pieces, white and pink icing pouches with convenient tips, a blue E-Z icing writer and three types of candy. Plus, don’t forget about the Barbie character cut-outs.
Snackivore Christmas Gingerbread House Kit Variety 3-Pack
If your family loves candy, this three-pack of candy-themed gingerbread houses is the perfect new family tradition. Each person can choose their favorite between Skittles, M&Ms and Starburst. In addition to the gingerbread cookie panels and icing, the kits also come with candy matching each theme. Make Starburst windows or roof shingles with Skittles.
Sweetzo Christmas Gingerbread House Kit
This gingerbread cottage kit comes with everything you need to assemble a traditional holiday house. Instead of square panels, these are designed with notches that lock into each other for a sturdier construction and easier assembly. It also includes icing, Tootsie Rolls, Tootsie Fruit Chews and Flower Power bubblegum chews.
Pez Mini Christmas Gingerbread House Kit
Yup, real Pez candies are included with this mini Pez gingerbread house kit, so you can make the sweetest house in the neighborhood. It even has cut-out characters to set your holiday scene. Also included are pre-baked gingerbread cookie panels, icing and a lot of Pez candy for decoration — or eating.
Do-It-Yourself Chanukah House Cookie Decorating Kit
Make Chanukah extra special this year for kids and teach them about the holiday with this unique gingerbread house. This kit includes gingerbread cookie panels, blue, white and yellow icing, various sprinkles, candy and a decorative Menorah and Star Of David. Plus, all the ingredients are nut-free and certified kosher.
Bee Jelly Belly Gingerbread Cottage Kit
Try not to eat the delicious Jelly Belly beans while decorating this festive gingerbread house. It’s big enough for two helpers and features interlocking grooves on the cookies to make it easier to build. In addition to the Jelly Bellies and gingerbread panels, this kit includes French vanilla-flavored icing with two decorator bags, mini candy holiday lights and character cut-outs.
Create-A-Treat Hershey’s Build Your Own Cookie House Gingerbread Kit
You might want to get several of these Hershey’s gingerbread house kits, because chocolate lovers won’t want to share. It includes gingerbread cookies, delicious chocolate candies and easy-to-use icing with a tip. Make sure you save some of the candy for decorating.
In the Mix Ninja Gingerbread Cookie Kit
While it’s not a house, these ninja gingerbread cookies might be the most unique kit yet. Plus, you get to do a little baking with the family. It comes with enough gingerbread mix to make 10 to 12 cookies, royal icing mix, a piping bag and four ninja cookie cutters.
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