Gingerbread shines in more than just gingerbread cookies.

But the flavors of ginger, spice, and molasses canreallyshine in other delicious desserts, as well.

No-Bake Gingerbread Mousse Pie

Save the oven for other holiday dishes with this no-bake gingerbread mousse pie.

No-Bake Gingerbread Mousse Pie

Photo:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen

A soft and chewy center contrasts perfectly with the star’s crunchy edges.

Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Men

Make a double batch of these cookies because they are sure to go fast.

All you need are a few cookie cutters to make these gingerbread men come to life.

sparkling-gingerbread-star-cookie-36530-realsimple

Fred Hardy

Decorate them as you wish with buttons made of icing, sprinkles, or even a drizzle of chocolate.

If you have time on your hands, make the gingerbread cookies from scratch.

Bright notes of cinnamon and ginger shine for a perfect wintery treat.

Slow-Cooker Gingerbread Hot Chocolate

Greg DuPree

The molasses or honey gives the gingerbread a rich flavor and dark color.

Meanwhile, the spices give it its nostalgic aromatic profile.

Most gingerbread calls for flour, which isn’t gluten-free.

Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Men

Hector Sanchez

However, you might adapt gingerbread to be gluten-free by using alternative flours like almond or oat flour.

Almond flour tends to make gingerbread a bit denser, while oat flour may give it a crumblier texture.

Store gingerbread cookies in an airtight container to keep them crisp.

Gingerbread Pretzel Popcorn

You should also keep gingerbread cake in an airtight container to keep it moist.

Alternatively, freeze gingerbread cookies and gingerbread cake to keep them good for up to about three months.

Hot Cocoa Frosting

Beatriz da Costa

Gingerbread Cookies

Lucas Allen