Do you like eating flaky pastry, freshly baked but never think of making it?
Flaky pastry is easy to make from scratch at home. And it can be plant-based, sugar-free and still taste delicious.
I'm excited to announce a new just4Me baking class that I will be running in 2023 at cosy Joy of Flora Cafe at West Croyden in Adelaide. Places are limited to 10 so book early.
I'll be sharing a new technique for making pastry that works regardless of your cooking skills.
Come and learn how you will be able to wow friends, family and yourself with beautiful pies and tarts made from scratch, in an hour.
Spinch and Tomato Vegan Tart
New Baking Classes for 2023
I love crunchy, flaky pastry; however, store-bought tarts and pies rarely meet my expectations. Plus, many had too much sugar or other ingredients not to my tastes.
I wanted flaky pastry, dairy free and sugar-free. Filled with delicious plant based taste sensations.
But like many, I used to fear baking pastry but I love a challenge!
I decided to master the skills of turning plain flour and fat into the most comforting treats.
Now I'll share my tips and the simple way I've created to do this easily in a home kitchen.
Overcome the Fear of Pastry
Many people fear pastry baking. TV cooks make it sound complicated, full of challenges and sad results. With contestants in a popular baking show living in terror of the famous 'soggy bottom' judgement.
In this class, I will share recipes and techniques to create a classic pastry dough that results in flaky pastry, without a "soggy bottom" both plant-based and sugar-free. Then show how to turn it into pies and tarts to match your tastes and dietary needs.
Small, In-person Class
In this 1.5-hour class, I will demonstrate how to make the shortcrust pastry, a versatile dough that will allow you to make a wide range of baked goods. My method is easy to master regardless of your cooking skills and kitchen equipment.
- Learn to make shortcrust pastry suitable for pies and tarts.
- One savoury and two sweet bakes are to be demonstrated in the class.
- Two baking techniques will be demonstrated - blind baking for a cold filling and baking for cooked fillings.
All bakes will be plant-based and available for tasting. Tea and coffee will be available on arrival.
Recipes and notes are included and supplied at the class.
Gift cards are available through booking on the ClassBento site. Click here
Three vegan bakes :(L to R) Savoury Pumpkin Pie, Mango Mousse Tart and Spinch and Tomato Tart
Where and When
There are three class dates:
27 March, 22 May, 10 July at 7.00 - 8.30 pm, Joy of Flora Cafe, 16 Rosetta St. West Croyden, Adelaide.
Mastering pastry with my simple hacks will ensure beautiful pies and tarts every time.
Book early. This class is limited to 10 people.
Presented by Caroline
Host of the popular just4Me Bake Club show and innovative Cookingjust4Me, my taste no waste TV series on community TV, Caroline is a champion of those who cook for themselves.
A home cook who has authored two popular cookbooks, Caroline delights in finding easy ways to make delicious food for ones and twos.
She has a passion for sharing knowledge and delights in helping others master skills to care for themselves with food that meets their unique tastes and dietary needs.
Caroline at Joy of Flora Cafe
"Caroline is an engaging presenter, very friendly with a good sense of humour. The demonstration was interesting and easy to follow and the samples of the cakes I tried were delicious. The class has inspired me to get into baking which I have thought about for a while but now I know I can do it. Thanks, Caroline."
Greg
Class Attendee Sept 2022
"Great teacher. Learnt 3 delicious cakes! With simple ingredients that everyone would have in their pantry I will definitely go to more of the vegan courses. Thankyou"
Helen
Class Attendee Sept 2022
Vegan Savoury Pumpkin Pie