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    Sweets for my sweet

    Dec 01, 2020 6 minutes
    EDITED BY EMMA COXON

    Baking, it is said, is good for the soul, and what better time of year to enjoy this simple pleasure than at Christmas. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine the aroma of warm winter spices from freshly baked cookies filling the air, conjuring up memories of childhood. A family tradition for many, baking is a chance to gather in the heart of the home, and little ones will love lending a helping hand with the dough, decoration and tasting, of course!

    In her book, Christmas Cookies (Ryland Peters & Small, £9.99), MasterChef finalist and food writer, Hannah Miles, shares ideas for creative baked treats, perfect as gifts or to be enjoyed at home. There is something to delight everyone – even Santa!

    MINI GINGERBREAD HOUSES

    It’s time to get creative and make your very own delicious and delightful gingerbread houses, good enough to rival that of Hansel and Gretel!

    MAKES 8

    For the cookies

    • 125g butter• 100g caster sugar• 3 heaped tbsp dark treacle• 300g plain flour,• 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda• 2 tsp ground ginger• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract or ½ tsp vanilla bean powder• 400g royal icing sugar, sifted• Sprinkles and sugar crystals

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