A deep dive into the world of flaky pie dough. Students will learn the technical foundations of pie dough through live demonstrations and hands-on practice, guiding them through the assembly of a beautiful, free-form Berry Rustic Galette.
What You Will Learn
- Flaky Dough Techniques: Understand the science of fat temperature and moisture control, learning how to achieve a marbled, "shingled" dough.
- Gluten Management: Master the delicate balance of hydrating flour without overworking it, ensuring a tender crust rather than a tough one.
- Berry Filling Dynamics: Learn how to balance the acidity and sweetness of seasonal berries, including the critical use of thickeners to prevent a "soggy bottom."
- The Rustic Fold: Practice professional hand-pleating techniques to create the signature galette border that holds in fruit juices while looking effortlessly artisanal.
Class Schedule
- Introduction (10 mins): Welcome, instructor introduction, and access to snacks and beverages.
- The Dough Demo & Mix (40 mins): A detailed demonstration of the dough-making process followed by student practice, focusing on fat integration and proper chilling techniques.
- Break & Galette Tasting (15 mins): Leg stretch and beverage refills at the refreshment station, tasting of a pre-made berry galette.
- Filling Preparation Demo (25 mins): A detailed demonstration of preparing a fresh berry filling, including a discussion about balancing sugar, spice, and thickeners (like cornstarch or tapioca) to prevent a runny tart.
- Shaping & Finishing (25 mins): Hands-on assembly where participants fill their galettes, apply an egg wash for a golden sheen, and finish with a sprinkle of coarse sugar.
Amenities Included
- Refreshments: Access to a snack counter including house-made non-alcoholic drinks, charcuterie and fruit skewers, a dessert, and a Keurig coffee station.
- Tools & Equipment: Class aprons and all necessary cooking tools needed to prepare this dish in class.
- Recipes: Every student receives the recipes used in class so this delicious dessert can be recreated at home.
Berry Galette: Each student will go home with their own galette that is ready to be baked (or frozen raw and baked later) at home.
Notes:
- Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE! If you are unable to attend the class, you may transfer the ticket to another person. Tickets are not transferable to another class.
- Doors will open 10 minutes before listed class start time. Students wishing to grab seats together are encouraged to arrive when doors open, otherwise we cannot guarantee reserved seating regardless if tickets were purchased together or not.
- Absolutely no experience is necessary
- For questions and inquiries please contact us at:
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