Baking Fundamentals: Breads, Pies, and Pastries

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Student Reviews

These reviews are from the first Baking Fundamentals class in Spring 2024 (Cookies, Cakes, Pies and More):

"Wonderful experience with dedicated, top-notch instructors."

"Michael is SO knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I learned so much in such a fun environment."

"It was a wonderful class and excited to take another one." 

"Chef Michael’s depth of knowledge really enhanced every aspect of the class."

"Looking forward to another class!"

Class Overview

Would you like to be able to make a variety of beautiful and delicious baked treats with confidence? Gain fundamental skills and knowledge for baking in this rewarding hands-on class. 

Learn about techniques, ingredients, interactions, and simple practices to ensure success in baking. This quarter we will focus on yeasted breads, quick breads, pies, and laminated pastries such as croissants and pain au chocolate. 

Enjoy working in small groups to make delectable baked goods, both sweet and savory. We will also discuss alternative ingredients for people with restricted diets, food sensitivities, and food allergies.

Take advantage of the well-equipped student kitchen at Seattle Culinary Academy. Learn baking fundamentals as well as useful tips from an experienced Certified Executive Pastry Chef, and develop practices for working in a clean, safe, and efficient way. 

An additional materials fee of $50 will be due to the instructor.

Learning Objectives

  • Knowledge of baking fundamentals and techniques
  • Familiarity with making a variety of baked goods such as yeasted and quick breads, pie, and laminated pastries
  • Understanding how ingredients work, interact, and how and when to combine them successfully
  • Understanding of food safety and ability to work in a safe, clean and efficient manner

Who Might Enjoy This Class?

  • Home cooks who want to learn how to bake a variety of goods – no experience needed!
  • People who like to bake but have not had any formal training 
  • Advanced bakers who want to hone their skills
  • Anyone interested in baking with alternative ingredients for restricted diets, food sensitivities, and food allergies 

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Class Details

Fall 2024

  • When : Wednesday, Sep 25 to Dec 04 ; 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
  • Location : SC0BE , SC - E- CE Comp Lab - BE1139D , 1701 Broadway Seattle WA 98022
  • Fee : $699
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