20 Days Until Christmas: “All Roads Lead Home” and a Gingerbread Cookie Countdown
Home is where the heart is, especially during the holidays! As we count down the days to Christmas, there’s no better way to celebrate than by honoring family traditions and creating new ones. Today’s featured ornament, All Roads Lead Home by P. Buckley Moss, captures the beauty of a snow-draped log cabin nestled in a quiet forest, surrounded by a rustic wooden fence and cheerful red cardinals.
This limited-edition ornament evokes the warmth of a homecoming, the joy of loved ones gathering together, and the serene magic of winter. Pairing it with homemade gingerbread cookies shaped like tiny houses adds a sweet and nostalgic touch to your holiday celebrations.
Gingerbread cookies are a timeless holiday treat, and shaping them like houses ties beautifully into the theme of All Roads Lead Home. Not only are they delicious, but they’re also perfect for decorating with the family. Add icing snow on the rooftops, tiny candy windows, and sprinkles for a festive, personal touch. Display your creations alongside the ornament as part of your holiday decor, or package them up as heartfelt gifts for neighbors and friends. This ornament and recipe create a cozy celebration of togetherness that reminds us that the best part of the season is the time spent with those we love.
Gingerbread Cookie Recipe:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar together, then mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla. Gradually add dry ingredients.
- Roll out dough, cut into house shapes, and bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes. Cool and decorate!
Gather your loved ones, hang All Roads Lead Home on your tree, and bake these gingerbread houses to bring the magic of the season to life. Christmas is just 20 days away—let the countdown begin!
Stay tuned tomorrow for 19 Days Until Christmas + Cookie Countdown!