GINGERBREAD HOUSE!

If you're looking for a lactose free gingerbread house, I have some great options!

There are some companies that make lactose free gingerbread houses that you can assemble yourself. Make sure to check the package and read the label to make sure they're lactose free. You an also try my gingerbread cookie recipe in a previous post on November 2nd. (I've never tried that recipe however for a gingerbread house, so I'm not sure if they'll be strong enough for the walls). If you do try that one, you can bake it on a flat sheet and then cut out the walls and roof. Then cut out the doors and windows. Another option is to use lactose free graham crackers. (Nabisco Honey Maid graham crackers are lactose free and will work for this).

For the frosting, make sure it's lactose free. You can use a buttercream made with Crisco or with lactose free margarine. Either way, just make absolutely sure it's lactose free.

Be sure to use only lactose free candies on the outside (obviously!) You can use gum drops, licorice, hard candies, dusting sugar, jelllied fruit slices such as wintergreen leaves or orange slices, etc.