Directions

1. Place the honey, sugar and butter in a pan, and melt over a gentle heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.

2. Remove the pan from the heat and allow to cool slightly.

3. Sift together the flour, baking powder and spices into a bowl.

4. Pour in the melted mixture and the egg and mix well.

5. Knead on a lightly floured surface until it is smooth and thoroughly mixed.

6. Keep the dough well-wrapped in a beeswax wrap until required.

7. Turn the oven on to 180ºC/350ºF/Gas Mark 4.

8. Roll out the gingerbread on a surface lightly dusted with flour.

9. Cut out the shapes and transfer to the lined baking sheets.

10. Bake the pieces in the centre of the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they start to brown.

11. Remove from the oven and allow the pieces to cool on baking sheets.

12. Once cooled, decorate with royal icing.