Gingerbread House Workshop

Build and decorate your very own gingerbread house from the ground up

About This Workshop

There is something magical about building your own gingerbread house. In this hands-on 3-hour workshop, you will construct and decorate a complete gingerbread house from pre-baked panels, using royal icing as your structural glue and decoration medium.

This workshop is open to all skill levels. Whether you are new to cookie decorating or already have some experience, you will find the process satisfying, creative, and great fun. The workshop is also extremely popular with parent-and-child pairs — we offer a special couple ticket for an adult and child attending together.

You will take your finished gingerbread house home in a protective box, ready to display or eat. Many participants tell us it becomes a treasured family tradition.

What You Will Learn

  • 3D gingerbread construction and structural assembly
  • Using royal icing as structural glue: correct consistency and application
  • Wall and roof assembly techniques for a stable house
  • Advanced decoration: snow effects, icicles, window detail
  • Working with sweets, sprinkles, and edible decorations
  • Piping details: doors, shutters, chimney embellishments
  • Creating a decorated base scene around the house

What Is Included

  • Pre-baked gingerbread house panels and base
  • All materials, tools, and decoration supplies
  • Royal icing, food colouring, sweets, and sprinkles
  • Coffee and tea throughout the session
  • Protective take-home box for your house
  • Printed instruction guide to take home
  • Personal guidance throughout the workshop

Pricing

Option Price Duration
Per person (group, min. 6) €75 3 hours
Couple ticket (1 adult + 1 child) €120 3 hours
All materials and ingredients included. The couple ticket is ideal for a parent and child sharing a single gingerbread house build.

Perfect For

  • Families and parent-child activities
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Seasonal festive events (Sinterklaas and Christmas)
  • Friends looking for a creative afternoon out
  • Unique gift experiences (vouchers available)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for children?

Yes! Children aged 6 and above can participate alongside an adult. The couple ticket (1 adult + 1 child at €120) is designed specifically for this. Both participants build and decorate the house together.

Do I need prior baking experience?

No. All gingerbread panels are pre-baked and ready for assembly. You focus entirely on the construction and decoration, so no baking knowledge is required.

How long will the gingerbread house last?

A properly assembled gingerbread house can last several weeks as a display piece if kept in a cool, dry place. For eating, it is freshest within the first week.

Can I book this as a private event?

Yes, private sessions are available for groups. This workshop is especially popular for Sinterklaas and Christmas team events, family gatherings, and birthday parties. Contact us for availability.