Crafting the Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House

August 21, 2024

Crafting the Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House

“Seasons screamings!” Halloween and holiday season is here, and the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park is looking spooktacular! Join Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, on a festive adventure and indulge in the delightful aroma of gingerbread. The beloved gingerbread display is back, and it’s more magical than ever!

This year’s creation is a brand-new masterpiece! I’m excited to share the behind-the-scenes magic of crafting this incredible holiday display. Let’s dive into the details, from the story behind the house to the intricate designs of its characters.

The Story Behind the Creation
Nestled in the ballroom of the mansion lies the gingerbread house and this year, Jack Skellington, or should we say Santa Jack, has recruited Dr. Finkelstein, Halloween Town’s resident mad scientist, to conjure up some ideas for this year’s creation. And boy, did he deliver!

As Dr. Finkelstein used his mad scientist expertise, he incorporated some of his experiments into the gingerbread house. Along with his trusted assistant Igor, he’s brought his own Gigantic Gingerbread Zombie, Lil’ Franky, to life! Well, almost. The doctor and his partner are testing out different tweaks to complete the transformation. And unfortunately for Lil’ Franky, that involves his head popping off and on – what a headache.

As you venture into Haunted Mansion Holiday this season, be on the lookout for this haunted haunt and Dr. Finkelstein’s creations.

Frightfully Fun Facts

This gingerbread display was quite the task to bring to life. Not only for the Disneyland Resort culinary teams, but also the technology teams, Disneyland Live Entertainment, and the Disneyland Bakery who crafted this mesmerizing creation.

In fact, it took over 150 hours – yes, you heard that right – to build and program the animation and lighting. And that’s not even including the hours spent baking the tasty pieces that bring it all together. Disney shared some mind-blowing facts to show just how much goes into making (and baking) this 5-foot-tall, 6-foot-wide display a reality.

60 Pounds of Gingerbread
50 Pounds of Powdered Sugar
10 Pounds of Egg Whites
30 Pounds of Rolled Fondant
5 Pounds of Crystal Sugar
10 Pounds of Chocolate
More than 240 Hours Spent Creating
2 Hidden Mickeys

The work these teams do is truly incredible. I can’t wait to see what they do in the future!

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Sara is a travel agent with Destinations to Travel, a Disney Earmarked agency. She lives in Alaska with her husband and 3 kids. Due to her extreme dislike of winter, she travels often to warmer destinations during the colder months. She visits the Disney parks and resorts frequently with her family and loves helping other families plan magical vacations. Contact her here for help with your vacation!