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Baking Bootcamp

Baking nourishes both the body and the soul. Taught by master pastry chefs and bakers, this course provides an in-depth understanding of fundamental baking techniques and recipes.

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Course Details

Tutorials in this course: 17
Total viewing time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
Total course time (including prep and cooking): 28 hours and 15 minutes

In the words of Julia Child, "a party without cake is just a meeting." For hundreds of years, baking has served as one of the most beloved kitchen activities. Through baking, we are able to create memories, foster relationships, and prepare delicious desserts and meals.

In this course, you'll learn everything from how to use a rolling pin to preparing your own chocolate ganache cake. These fundamental techniques and recipes are explained in step-by-step tutorials led by master chefs, leaving you feeling inspired and confident when it comes to your baking capabilities.

Chef Instructors

Chef Richard Capizzi

Chef Roberto Capizzi is the pastry chef of Lincoln Ristorante in New York City. Chef Richard is an expert in everything sweet, constantly creating elaborate recipes for chocolates, candies, cakes, and many other delicious desserts. Chef Richard’s talents were recognized in 2003 when he took home the title for Pastry Chef of the Year at the 14th Annual U.S. Pastry Competition in New York City.

Chef Rose Lawrence

Chef Rose Lawrence is the owner and executive chef of Red Bread in Los Angeles. A master of everything artisanal, Chef Rose has gained esteem from serving delicious and sustainable produced pies, breads, and pastries throughout California.

Chef Zoe Nathan

Chef Zoe Nathan is a founder and co-owner of the famous Huckleberry Bakery in Santa Monica, California. Chef Zoe first began professionally baking at the Tartine Bakery in San Francisco, and now strives to make residents of Los Angeles feel welcomed and nourished with her widely acclaimed sweet treats and baked goods.

Chef Miro Uskokovic

Chef Miro (short for Miroslav) Uskokovic is the Pastry Chef of the world-renowned Gramercy Tavern in New York City. His culinary philosophy is built upon celebrating seasonal, local ingredients.

What You Need

Equipment

- Large mixing bowls
- Medium mixing bowls
- Small mixing bowls
- Glass or ceramic mixing bowl
- Stand mixer
- Large bowl for stand mixer
- Whisk attachment
- Paddle attachment
- Hook attachment
- Sausage making attachment
- Large springform pan
- Pie tin
- Cake stand
- Saucepan
- Balloon whisk
- Spatula
- Large offset spatula
- Small offset spatula
- Knife or scissors
- Sifter
- Bench scraper
- Knife
- Pastry brush
- Biscuit cutter
- Sheet pan
- Chef’s knife
- Serrated knife
- Rubber spatula
- Large spoon
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Pastry bicycle or ruler
- Italian rolling pin
- French rolling pin
- Plastic wrap
- Parchment paper
- Flat work surface or cutting board

Ingredients

- Ingredients are listed within each respective tutorial