If you’re looking for a cosy, creative and delicious Christmas activity, nothing beats building and decorating your own gingerbread. At Treat Kitchen, our Gingerbread House, Gingerbread Train, Christmas Tree, and Tree Decorations Kits have quickly become customer favourites for 2024 — and for good reason.
Whether you're searching for the perfect family activity, a unique foodie gift, or wondering why gingerbread is such a beloved Christmas tradition, this guide will help you choose the kit that’s right for you. If you still can't choose after reading why not grab all four kits
⭐ Why is Gingerbread So Popular at Christmas?
Gingerbread has been a festive tradition for centuries. The warm spices — ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg — have long been associated with winter comfort. The custom of building gingerbread houses began in 16th-century Germany and quickly became linked to Christmas celebration, storytelling and family time.
Today, gingerbread kits are popular because they offer:
- A creative hands-on activity
- A screen-free project for families
- A thoughtful Christmas gift idea
- A delicious homemade treat
- A nostalgic, feel-good tradition
Our Treat Kitchen kits combine a classic tradition with fun modern designs that bring everyone together.
🏠 The Gingerbread House Kit: A Festive Favourite
Our Gingerbread House Kit is one of the best-selling foodie gifts of the season. It includes everything you need to build a beautifully decorated Christmas cottage.
✨ Perfect for:
- Families with children
- Christmas Eve activities
- Cosy weekend baking
- Secret Santa gifts
- Festive gifting under £20
🍪 Inside the kit:
- Pre-baked gingerbread pieces
- Royal icing mix (just add egg white or water if you prefer)
- Festive sweets for decorating
- Step-by-step guide
🧡 Why customers love it:
- No baking needed — just assemble and decorate
- The house structure is sturdy and easy for kids
- It looks amazing as part of your Christmas décor
Jess' Top Tip "Build your house first and decorate it once you are happy it's secure"
🚂 The Gingerbread Train Kit: A Showstopper Gift
If you’re looking for something a little different this year, our Gingerbread Train is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It brings the magic of a Christmas railway to your kitchen table.
🎁 Perfect for:
- Creative kids and adults
- Christmas Day activities
- Sharing moments with grandparents
- Unique foodie gifts
💡 Why it’s popular:
- A fun twist on the classic house
- More pieces = more decorating fun
- Makes a wonderful centrepiece for parties
Jess' Top Tip "Try using a chocolate flake as sleepers to enhance your Christmassy Train scene."
🌲 The Gingerbread Christmas Tree Kit: Simple, Stylish & Delicious
Our Gingerbread Christmas Tree Kit is ideal if you want a festive activity that’s impressive without being complicated.
🎄 Great for:
- Adults and teens
- Office gifts
- Festive table displays
- Edible Christmas décor
🌟 Features:
- Stackable gingerbread stars form a 3D tree
- Easy assembly
- Perfect for groups or solo crafters
This kit is one of the most searched-for alternatives to a traditional gingerbread house — perfect if you’re looking for a quick but stunning festive bake.
Jess' Top Tip "This kits is great for parties, guests can each decorate a piece and then you can build it (and it eat) together."
🎀 Gingerbread Tree Decorations Kit: Edible Ornaments for Your Tree
Turn your Christmas tree into something truly magical with our Gingerbread Tree Decorations Kit. These edible ornaments are both creative and delicious.
🎉 Ideal for:
- Kids decorating the tree
- Classroom activities
- Pre-Christmas baking days
- Handmade gifts
🍬 Why people love it:
- Easy to decorate
- Contains 27 individual gingerbread ornaments
- Fun for children of all ages
- Contains twine to hang your decoration on the tree.
Jess' Top Tip "This kit is ideal for care homes, schools and community groups as everyone can take home a decoration to hang on their tree"
Questions About Gingerbread — Answered
❓ Do gingerbread kits need baking?
No — our kits come pre-baked, so you simply assemble and decorate.
❓ How long does a gingerbread house last?
A decorated gingerbread house will be at its best 2–4 weeks when kept in a cool, dry place.
❓ Can you eat the gingerbread house?
Yes! All Treat Kitchen gingerbread pieces and sweets are fully edible.
❓ Are gingerbread kits suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Our icing mixes are easy to use and the shapes are designed for simple assembly. And you can just eat any mistakes! The best kits for youngsters woud be the Christmas Tree Kit or the Tree Decorations Kit. For very young children I suggest our Gingerbread Men Kit as it has an icing pen.
❓ Are gingerbread kits good gifts?
Gingerbread kits are one of the most searched-for foodie gifts in November and December. They make excellent presents for families, couples, and anyone who loves festive fun.
❓ Are gingerbread kits suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
Treat Kitchen Gingerbread Kits are suitable for vegetarians but are not vegan because you need an egg to mix the icing, you could swap that for egg substitute or water though. Treat Kitchen do have a vegan option - Gingerbread Men Letterbox Kit
🎁 Why Gingerbread Kits Make Amazing Christmas Gifts
Because they’re:
- Creative
- Great value
- Suitable for all ages
- Perfect for memory-making
- An activity AND a treat
- Ideal for Secret Santa or under £20 gifting
In short: gingerbread kits are the gift that becomes an experience.
