A gingerbread house kit can mean three different things, and the right one depends on how much of the work you want to do. A ready made kit gives you the house pieces in one box, and the Create A Treat pack adds icing and candy. A cutter set gives you the house shapes so you bake the dough yourself. A silicone mould makes a house out of chocolate or candy. This page compares seven picks across all three, using what each listing says.
Each pick below has one clear job, a rating with its count, and an honest catch. If you only want the quick route, the first two picks are the ready made kits, and the rest are for people who like to bake.
Best ready made house kit: Create A Treat OREO and SOUR PATCH KIDS Biscuit House Kits 2 pack
Best ready made house kit: the Create A Treat OREO and SOUR PATCH KIDS Biscuit House Kits 2 pack, because each kit has pre made biscuits, icing and candy pieces to decorate, and it has the most ratings of any house kit here.
The listing describes two kits in one pack, one OREO house kit and one SOUR PATCH KIDS holiday house kit. The OREO kit includes pre made chocolate biscuits, creme flavoured icing, mini OREO chocolate sandwich biscuits and candy pieces. The SOUR PATCH KIDS kit includes pre made holiday biscuits, icing, SOUR PATCH KIDS soft and chewy candies and other small candies. The listing calls it a fun activity for all ages, for Christmas parties, sleepovers and family gatherings, and gives the weight as about 845.5 g. It holds 4.4 stars from 1,766 ratings, the most of any house kit on this page.
It suits families and party hosts who want everyone decorating at once without baking first. The honest catch: it is a biscuit house rather than a classic gingerbread house, the two different kits come in one pack with packaging that may vary, the listing states no best before date, and the listing marks it non returnable.
Best classic gingerbread house kit: Günthart DIY Gingerbread House
Best classic gingerbread house kit: the Günthart DIY Gingerbread House, because the listing says the house is edible, the gingerbread plates come in the finished shape and it is easy to assemble with icing.
The listing describes a kit for a gingerbread house or witch's house, also called a pepper cake house, in 6 pieces. It says the house is edible, the gingerbread plates are in the finished shape and it is easy to assemble thanks to icing. The package measures about 31.6 by 19.3 by 5 cm and weighs about 520 g. It has 4.3 stars from 221 ratings.
It suits anyone who wants the traditional gingerbread look rather than a biscuit house. The honest catch: the listing text is short and does not say whether icing or candy is in the box, so check what comes in the box before you buy, and the listing marks it non returnable.
Best cutter set to bake your own: YXChome 10 Piece 3D Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter Set
Best cutter set to bake your own: the YXChome 10 Piece 3D Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter Set, because it has 682 ratings and cuts the walls, door, windows, chimney and decor from stainless steel.
The listing describes 10 parts: wall, door, window cross, upper window, floor, chimney, round decor and star decor, made from stainless steel with folded edges and a welded seam. The listing says the cutters also work on fondant, soft fruits, bread, sandwiches and cheese. It has 4.5 stars from 682 ratings, the most of any cutter set here.
It suits bakers who want to make the house from their own dough and choose their own flavour. The honest catch: it is cutters only, so you supply the dough, icing and lollies.
Best rated cutter set: QAAQS Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter Set with Chimney
Best rated cutter set: the QAAQS Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter Set with Chimney, because it comes in four sizes from about 5.1 to 12.7 cm and holds 4.8 stars, the top rating on this page.
The listing describes four sizes of about 12.7, 10.2, 7.6 and 5.1 cm, each with a cut about 2.5 cm deep, in stainless steel with a chimney shape. It says the cutters suit dough, fondant or craft clay, and the set comes in a transparent hard plastic box with a biscuit recipe. It holds 4.8 stars from 287 ratings.
It suits someone who wants a cottage in several sizes, from a big centrepiece to small ones for a tray. The honest catch: it is cutters only, so dough, icing and decorations are extra.
Best cutter kit with icing set: Fox Run Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter and Icing Bake Set
Best cutter kit with icing set: the Fox Run Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter and Icing Bake Set, because it adds an icing bag, coupler and tips, a cardboard base, instructions and recipes to 7 cutters.
The listing describes a 19 piece set with 7 biscuit cutters in tin plated steel (roof front, roof back, chimney, bay window, tree and snowman), a plastic icing set with 1 icing bag, coupler and icing tips, a cardboard base, instructions and recipes. It says the finished house stands about 21.6 cm tall. It has 4.4 stars from 156 ratings.
It suits first time bakers who want the decorating tools and a base in the same box. The honest catch: you still supply the ingredients and lollies, it has fewer ratings than most picks here, and the listing says to hand wash and dry the cutters completely.
Best value big cutter set: Stoepeoco 28 Piece Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutters
Best value big cutter set: the Stoepeoco 28 Piece Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutters, because it adds 18 more shapes like snowman, tree, heart and bell to the 10 house shapes.
The listing describes 28 cutters in stainless steel, 0.3 mm thick, with bevelled edges: 10 house shapes plus 18 more including snowman, Christmas tree, house, heart and bell. It says the cutters also suit fondant, pancakes and clay craft. It has 4.5 stars from only 15 ratings so far.
It suits a baker who wants the house plus a whole tray of biscuit shapes from one set. The honest catch: only 15 ratings, which is a thin count to judge it on.
Best silicone house mould: Whaline Gingerbread House Silicone Baking Tray
Best silicone house mould: the Whaline Gingerbread House Silicone Baking Tray, because two roof pieces and four wall pieces make a 3D house with tree, bird and gingerbread shapes beside it.
The listing describes 2 silicone moulds with 16 mould pits in total, for chocolate, candy, biscuits or desserts. It lists 2 roof mould pieces and 4 wall mould pieces for the house, plus tree, gingerbread and bird moulds to stand beside it. Each mould sheet measures 28.3 by 18.1 by 0.8 cm. It has 4.2 stars from 336 ratings.
It suits people who want a chocolate or candy house to sit on a cake or a plate. The honest catch: it is rated 4.2, the lowest of the picks, and it is a mould for chocolate or candy, not a dough cutter.
How to choose a gingerbread house kit
Ready made kit or cutters
A ready made kit like the Create A Treat pack or the Günthart house is the fastest way to a finished house, because the pieces already exist. Cutter sets such as the YXChome, QAAQS and Fox Run give you the shapes only, so you make the dough and bake the biscuits yourself. Pick the kit if you have an afternoon with children, and the cutters if baking is the fun part.
Classic gingerbread or a biscuit house
The Günthart listing describes gingerbread plates in the finished shape. The Create A Treat listing describes pre made biscuits, so it is a biscuit house, not a gingerbread one. Both can be decorated with icing and candy, but if the spiced gingerbread look matters, the Günthart is the closer match.
What is in the box
The Create A Treat listing names icing and candy pieces. The Fox Run set adds an icing bag, coupler, tips and a cardboard base. The Günthart listing does not say whether icing or candy is in the box, and the cutter sets include none. Count what you need to buy before you start, so you are not short of icing on the day.
House size and cutter sizes
The Fox Run listing says the finished house stands about 21.6 cm tall. The QAAQS set gives four cutter sizes from about 5.1 cm to 12.7 cm for a cottage and smaller ones. The Günthart package measures about 31.6 by 19.3 by 5 cm. The Create A Treat listing gives no finished house size, so treat the pack as two decorating kits.
Ingredients and dietary needs
None of the listings here say gluten free, vegan or nut free. The Create A Treat listing names OREO and SOUR PATCH KIDS products, and the Günthart listing says only that the house is edible. The listings are the place to read ingredients, so read the product listing in full if a dietary need matters.
Moulds for chocolate and candy
The Whaline silicone moulds make a house from chocolate or candy instead of dough, which suits people who do not want to bake gingerbread. Pair them with the icing tools in the Fox Run set or the icing in the Create A Treat kits. Browse our piping bag guide for more icing tools and our rolling pin guide if you are rolling dough.
Ratings and how many people rated
The Create A Treat pack has 1,766 ratings and the YXChome set has 682, so they are the picks with the most ratings. The Stoepeoco set has 15 ratings and the Fox Run set 156, so give those a little less weight. For finished house ideas and more festive buys, see our Christmas decorations guide.
Frequently asked questions
Which premade gingerbread house kit is the best?
The best ready made house kit here is the Create A Treat OREO and SOUR PATCH KIDS Biscuit House Kits 2 pack, with pre made biscuits, icing and candy pieces and 4.4 stars from 1,766 ratings. For a more classic gingerbread house, the Günthart 6 piece kit has plates in the finished shape.
What to add to a gingerbread house?
Icing is the glue, and candy is the decoration. The Create A Treat kits include icing and candy pieces, and the Fox Run set includes an icing bag, coupler and tips. With a cutter set like the YXChome you add your own lollies, and the Stoepeoco set adds tree, snowman and heart shapes.
Is there a Kit Kat gingerbread house kit?
None of the picks on this page is a Kit Kat kit. The ready made option here is the Create A Treat pack, which has one OREO kit and one SOUR PATCH KIDS kit, each with pre made biscuits, icing and candy. The Günthart kit is the classic gingerbread alternative.
Where can I buy a gingerbread house kit in Australia?
Every pick on this page is listed on Amazon Australia, from the Create A Treat pack to the Whaline moulds. Ready made kits are the Create A Treat and Günthart picks, and the YXChome, QAAQS, Fox Run and Stoepeoco sets are cutters for baking your own shapes.
Should I buy a kit or make my own gingerbread house?
Buy a kit like the Create A Treat pack if you want a finished house with little work. Make your own with a set like the YXChome 10 piece cutters if you enjoy baking, because you choose the dough, size and flavour. The Fox Run set suits first timers, with icing tools and recipes included.
Are any of these gingerbread house kits gluten free?
None of the listings say gluten free. The Create A Treat and Günthart listings describe ready made biscuits or gingerbread plates, and the cutter sets leave the dough to you. If you need a gluten free house, cutters such as the QAAQS set let you choose your own recipe.
What is the difference between a gingerbread house kit and a biscuit house kit?
A gingerbread house kit, like the Günthart, has gingerbread plates in the finished shape. A biscuit house kit, like the Create A Treat pack, uses pre made biscuits, icing and candy pieces. Both are decorating kits. The Create A Treat pack also gives you two different kits for two houses.
What is a good gingerbread house kit for adults?
The Fox Run Gingerbread House Biscuit Cutter and Icing Bake Set suits adults who enjoy the project, with 7 cutters, a cardboard base, icing tools and recipes. The Günthart kit also gives a more traditional house than the Create A Treat biscuit kits.
Can I make a chocolate gingerbread house?
Yes, with a mould. The Whaline silicone baking tray has 2 roof and 4 wall mould pieces for a 3D house, made for chocolate or candy. It is rated 4.2 from 336 ratings, the lowest on this page, so choose the YXChome cutters if you prefer dough.
