Learn how to create versatile sweet pastry so that you can create an array of impressive desserts, including a  traditional Bakewell Tart! By using simple ingredients and classic French pastry methods and recipes such as sablé, crème patissière, and creaming techniques, you will be able to challenge your creativity and produce high quality treats that are easily replicable and will impress your family and friends.

We will explore how to make sweet pastry and use small tart shells to create different individual dessert. This will involve:

• Making a versatile sweet pastry casing
• Using different fillings, or frangipane, to create different flavours, textures and appearances
• Using British and homemade ingredients, such as Matthews Cotswold flour, and jam made in house by our National Bakery School Students 

• Our Amazing Heritage: Learn at the National Bakery School, the oldest Bakery School in the UK
• Exceptional Facilities: enjoy your masterclass in our state-of-the-art teaching spaces
• Expert Guidance: our staff are passionate about all things baking, and even more passionate about sharing their expertise in fun and interactive sessions
• Sharing an experience: join together with friends or family to learn a new skill, or make them a delicious gift

At the end of the course you will have:

• Learned how to make a versatile sweet pastry
• Explored how different fillings are used to create different flavours, textures and appearances
• Learned French techniques, easily replicable at home, like sable and creaming method
• Learned fool-proof recipes for outstanding results
• Understood the functions of ingredients and their interchangeability
• Learned more about shelf-life and nutrition

Jake White

Graduate Teaching Assistant at the National Bakery School

Jake is an extremely passionate baker, whose enthusiasm for all things bread and pastry allows him to continuously learn and discover new skills and techniques within the baking industry.

During his time as a student at the National Bakery School, Jake had the opportunity to join the start up team for a brand-new artisan bakery in Central London, where he progressed and moved full time upon completion of his studies.

As a graduate of the National Bakery School, Jake has gained industry experience and recognition for his love of the industry when he was nominated for the Rising Star Award at the 2022 Baking Industry Awards.

Jake hopes to inspire many new generations of bakers through his time as an alumni and member of staff at the National Bakery School.

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