Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort are all set to charm visitors with their awe-inspiring gingerbread displays this holiday season. These culinary masterpieces, crafted by Disney’s talented culinary teams, are an integral part of the holiday festivities at both locations.
Some displays, like the Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and the one inside Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland park, have been enchanting guests for over two decades. New additions, like the Lighthouse at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, are making their grand entrance this year. These edible works of art, teeming with hidden details and Mickeys, are worth multiple visits.
Disneyland Resort’s Grand Gingerbread Display
Beginning November 10th, Disneyland Resort will showcase its Gingerbread House at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. This impressive replica of the hotel, standing 7 feet tall and 12 feet wide, is built with over 600 pounds each of gingerbread and powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, and a sprinkle of pixie dust. Look closely to spot the 25 hidden Mickeys!
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Mickey Mouse-shaped Poinsettia Cookie
- Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie
- Christmas Cookie
- Holiday Cookie Box: will include two milk chocolate-dipped Mickey-shaped cookies, two raspberry-filled cookies and two sugar cookies with festive sprinkles
- Assorted Macarons: Assorted macaron box will include two gingerbread, two peppermint and two Mexican hot chocolate
- Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf
- Crisped Rice Treat
- Holiday Cinnamon Buns (New)
- Hot Cocoa Cookies (New)
- Coffee with Liqueur (Available with Amaretto, Butterscotch, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal Apple, Godiva Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Jameson Whiskey, Peppermint Schnapps, Rumchata, Rumple Minz, Skrewball Whiskey) (New)
- Eggnog with Baileys
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Milk
- Gingerbread Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Red Velvet Cookie Shot with Milk (New)
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Liqueur (Available with Amaretto, Butterscotch, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal Apple, Godiva Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Jameson Whiskey, Peppermint Schnapps, Rumchata, Rumple Minz, Skrewball Whiskey)
- Cookie shot with Louis XIII Cognac
- Cookie shot with Clase Azul Ultra Anejo
Gingerbread Display At Disney’s Grand Floridian
At Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa houses a life-sized Gingerbread House, a tradition that has been delighting visitors for 24 years. From November 8th through January 1, 2024, you can marvel at the house adorned with white chocolate candy canes, edible snowflakes, sugar poinsettias, and over 10,000 pieces of gingerbread. Watch out for the 85 lb. chocolate Santa and other hand-painted characters. Don’t forget to hunt for the 24 hidden Mickeys!
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Freshly baked, homemade items, such as Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Gingersnap Cookies
- House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses
- Assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and Milk Chocolate Pecan Fudge
- Grand Floridian Combo Box featuring assorted fan favorite treats, including the cookies n’ cream Christmas Tree, exclusive to this box
- Plant-based, no sugar added, and gluten-friendly options
Debuting at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort introduces a new addition to the gingerbread lineup – a Lighthouse. Pastry Chef de Cuisine Michael Craig crafted this sweet replica using the blueprints of the actual lighthouse outside the resort along Crescent Lake.
A Carousel of Sweetness at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
Disney’s Beach Club Resort features a moving Holiday Carousel gingerbread display that has been a tradition for 22 years. This year, the carousel horses are themed after Ducktales characters. The display, filled with 22 hidden Mickeys, is made with 434 pounds of honey, 25 pounds of spices, and 200 pounds of icing.
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Signature Stollen Bread
- Lighthouse Fudge
- Mickey Snowman Pop
- Crispy Rice Treat
- Peppermint Bark
- Gingerbread Shingle
- Hot Chocolate Flight
- Hot Chocolate
A Miniature Wonderland at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn
From November 17th through December 27th, Disney’s BoardWalk Inn will exhibit a miniature gingerbread version of the BoardWalk Deli, created by Pastry Chef Alex Vacher and his team.
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Mickey and Minnie Sugar Cookies
- Mickey Caramel Corn Cookie
- Christmas Tree Pop
- Peppermint Bark
- Gingerbread Shingles
- Gluten/ Wheat-Friendly and Plant-based Gingerbread Shingles
A Tasty Adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Embark on a tasty adventure at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge and discover their gingerbread displays.
From November 22nd to December 31st, in the Jambo House lobby, Pastry Chef Lexy Ross and the Animal Kingdom Lodge bakery team have kept the tradition alive with their Life-Size Baby Gingerbread Giraffe and Baby Zebra. This irresistible gingerbread giraffe, named Ginger, and baby zebra, Debra, are crafted from an enchanting blend of gingerbread, sugary dough, and modeling chocolate. Remarkably, the gingerbread giraffe reaches nearly 7 feet in height!
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Gingeraffe Cookie
- Hot Cocoa Flight
- Beer, wine, and cocktails
Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Get ready for a spectacular journey to Disney’s Contemporary Resort, where the annual gingerbread display makes its 12th appearance under the direction of Pastry Chef Jeff Barnes. Located on the resort’s fourth floor from November 10th to January 6, 2024, this year’s castle display celebrates the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Inspired by Mary Blair and designed by Walt Disney Imagineers, this towering structure stands over 17 feet tall.
It’s crafted with 612 pounds of sugar, 1012 pounds of flour, 112 pounds of gingerbread spice, and more than 4000 gingerbread bricks that form the castle. To top it off, 12 sprinkles of magical pixie dust are scattered for an extra touch of enchantment. Don’t forget to look out for the 12 hidden five-legged goats as you marvel at this sweet masterpiece.
Treats that are available to purchase at this location are:
- Gingerbread Castle Brick
- Paint Your Own Cookie Box
- Hot Chocolate Caramel Fudge
- Chocolate Peppermint Cookie
- Pistachio Linzer Cookie
- 5-Legged Goat Cookie
- Gluten/Wheat Friendly Gingerbread Cookie
- Gingerbread Latte Cupcake
- Christmas Tree Butter Cookie
- Frozen Hot Chocolate (Also available with Peppermint Schnapps)
- Frozen Apple Cider (Also available with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky floater)
EPCOT
Finally, Walt Disney World Resort presents a display at The American Adventure in EPCOT. From November 24th to December 30th, this distinctive exhibit transforms iconic American and EPCOT landmarks into gingerbread masterpieces.
The display features gingerbread renditions of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, The American Adventure building with the Regal Eagle Smokehouse: Craft Drafts & Barbecue, and even a Festival Marketplace. Additionally, it hides six Mickeys within its intricate design. Don’t forget to count how many you can spot during your forthcoming trip to EPCOT.
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
