BAKING FOUNDATIONS: A BEGINNERS BAKING CLASS
Start the new year with confidence in the kitchen!
This fun, hands-on beginners baking class is perfect for anyone who is completely new to baking nor who would simply love to understand why some bakes rise beautifully, stay soft and taste delicious, while others don’t quite go to plan.
The class is taught by our wonderful in-house baker, Steph, who will take you back to the foundations of baking. You’ll explore what each ingredient does, how different mixing methods work and how to recognise when your bakes are perfectly cooked. Steph will also share plenty of practical tips and help you troubleshoot common baking problems along the way.
During the class, you’ll make:
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A classic Victoria sponge
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Delicious buttery shortbread
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Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies
You’ll take home everything you make - if you can resist eating it first! You’ll also receive comprehensive class notes and recipes, giving you the confidence to recreate each bake at home time and time again.
All equipment and ingredients are provided, and Steph and the team will be on hand throughout to answer your questions, share their expertise and keep you on track.
By the end of the class, you’ll leave feeling confident, inspired and ready to bake something wonderful for any occasion.
During this class you will learn how to:
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Bake a light, evenly risen Victoria sponge
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Make buttery shortbread with a lovely crumbly texture
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Create rich, fudgy chocolate brownies
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Understand the role each ingredient plays in your baking
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Use different mixing methods and recognise when your bakes are perfectly cooked
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Troubleshoot common problems such as sinking, cracking, uneven rising and overbaking
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Adapt your new skills and recipes to create delicious bakes for any occasion
You’ll leave feeling confident and inspired, with plenty of new baking knowledge and a delicious box of homemade treats to show off!
KIND WORDS
"Quite apart from amassing a large number of yummy cakes, I came home last night feeling very uplifted by the whole experience. Not just the baking, finger-licking and your joyful way of guiding us, but also the camaraderie amongst all the other students. It was very supportive. Thank you."
Sue, Surrey