Tips and tricks for baking success
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I love this holiday so much, and I think it is because the foods served are so down to earth and delicious. Not to mention that I am especially thankful for so much. I will be baking MY pies on Tuesday, November 26th from 3-4 PM, and will be streaming live on …
We all love baked goods, and when they are homemade they are that much more special. Homemade implies that someone cared enough to make them for us. There are times when we may wish to lighten up our homemade baked goods. Learn how to substitute key ingredients with healthier options to create a baked good …
A slice of chocolate cake or a fruit tart on a plate looks nice, not very exciting, but nice. Learn some easy ways to elevate your desserts to a new level using powdered sugar, cocoa powder, dessert sauces and toothpicks. Picture the dessert plate as your canvas and you are the artist. Listen to Chef …
Baking with kids can certainly be a challenge, but it can, also, be very rewarding and create some wonderful memories between you and your child. Chef Gail has been teaching children to bake for over 18 years. She shares her knowledge and tips on how to know when your child is ready to create some …
Chemical leaveners are ingredients that are typically used in quick breads, cakes, cookies and even certain candies. These leaveners include: baking powder and baking soda. Combined with certain wet and dry ingredients in the recipe, these chemical leaveners help the baked good to rise. Learn the difference between baking powder and baking soda and a …
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Chef Sokol takes a closer look at cocoa butter and when it needs to be stabilized or tempered. A few simple candies and garnishes are discussed. Learn how to make these creative treats, and how to store them.
Learn how to handle and treat chocolate in various recipes. Chef Sokol takes a close look at cocoa butter, and why it needs special care. The listener will discover what it means when chocolate seizes or is in bloom.
The origins of chocolate are discussed in detail. Learn about how cacao beans are transformed into the chocolate we all know and love. How to determine the quality of the chocolate you eat will be explored. Discover the difference between natural cocoa powder and Dutch processed cocoa powder.
Learn how to create perfect whipped cream. Chef Sokol gives you her best tips on how to stabilize that whipped cream so that it lasts for hours. She also shares an anecdotal story of an unfortunate incident she experienced making whipped cream in the beginning of her culinary career.
Chef Sokol defines egg foams and discusses how useful they are in certain baked goods. The three types of egg foams are explained and when each is used. Tips to create the fluffiest egg foams or meringues are shared.