Every year, the icing comes out, the sprinkles go everywhere, and the creative fun begins…

Gingerbread decorating season has officially arrived - and we think it might just be the sweetest festive tradition of all.

If decorating gingerbread is already a family tradition in your home, we love you - you’re our people. If it’s not… why not start now? Gingerbread decorating is a wonderfully creative activity for all ages. It’s screen-free, fun, hands-on, and guarantees sticky fingers, laughter, and one slightly wonky masterpiece you’ll be proud of anyway.

✨ How to Join the Festive Fun

Get your favourite Treat Kitchen gingerbread kit!! whether it’s a gingerbread house, tree, train, or sugar biscuit decorations and show off your creativity!

📸 Post your decorated gingerbread on your Instagram feed or story
🏷️ Tag @treatkitchengifting
💥 You’re entered to win £50 of Treat Kitchen goodies - perfect for your next gingerbread decorating adventure.

Competition closes 5 January 2026, so you’ve got plenty of time to get festive and crafty!

🎨 Why Gingerbread Decorating Is So Special

Decorating gingerbread is an activity that brings everyone together. It’s the ultimate family-friendly Christmas craft, a way for kids to get hands-on while exploring their creativity, and a festive tradition that can be enjoyed year after year. Whether your gingerbread house ends up looking Pinterest-perfect or delightfully wonky, it’s all about the memories you make along the way. The icing, sprinkles, and decorations turn each creation into edible art, and the joy comes not only from decorating but also from enjoying your delicious results together.

🏆 Our Treat Kitchen Team Had a Go

Before launching the competition, we had a gingerbread decorating showdown here at Treat Kitchen HQ. Let’s just say things got very creative. Sweets were everywhere, icing ran in unexpected directions, and some gingerbread houses may have been leaning ever so slightly. But it was all part of the fun, and we loved every minute of it. Here are a few of our favourite entries to give you some inspiration:

🍪 Ready to Start Your Sweet New Tradition?

Grab your gingerbread kit, gather your loved ones, put on the festive tunes, and decorate like nobody’s judging (though we’ll be cheering from the sidelines). We can’t wait to see your gingerbread decorating creations! Make sure to tag us @treatkitchengifting and let the festive fun begin.