Dive into the delightful world of baking with our hands on course designed for young bakers, ages 8-12 years old. Students will learn how to bake delicious cakes and cookies and explore fun, creative decorating techniques.
Learning Outcomes:
I. Introduction to Baking (This includes: basic baking equipment and ingredients, kitchen safety and hygiene)
II. Baking Fundamentals (This includes: measuring ingredients accurately, mixing techniques. baking times and temperatures.
III. Cake Baking basics (This includes: making simple cake batter, baking and cooling cakes, introduction to baking frosting)
IV Cookie creation (This includes: preparing different types of cookie dough, baking and cooling cookies, fun decorating ideas with frosting and toppings)
V. Creative decorating techniques (This includes: piping and sprinkles, using food coloring and edible decorations, decorating cupcakes and mini cakes)
VI. Putting it all together (This includes: Combining baking and decorating skills, creating themed treats for fun occasions, final project designing and decorating a cake or cookie masterpiece)
VII. Celebration and Sharing (This includes: tasting and sharing the creations, certification of completion and celebration)
Supplies:
- Apron
- Notebook
- Folder
- Writing Utensil
Allergy Warning: Please be aware that this class involves ingredients that contain common allergens such as gluten, dairy, eggs and nuts. Additionally some food colorings and flavorings may also be present. Recommend that parents or guardians inform us of any specific allergies or dietary restrictions ahead of time by emailing CommunityEducation@centralaz.edu. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
