piparkakkutaloja
Piparkakkutaloja, meaning gingerbread houses in Finnish, are a popular and cherished tradition, especially during the Christmas season in Finland. These edible structures are typically constructed from gingerbread dough, baked into various shapes, and then assembled using royal icing as a strong adhesive. The process of creating a piparkakkutalo is often a family activity, bringing together different generations to design, bake, and decorate.
The gingerbread used for piparkakkutaloja is usually spiced with ingredients like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom,
While the most common time for piparkakkutaloja is Christmas, similar gingerbread constructions can also be found