BAK- 47 - Advanced Baking and Pastry

    Recent Professors
    J. Orlando
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    8.5
    Prerequisite
    BAK 46
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of BAK- 47
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Description: Advanced baking and pastry will complete the two semester certificate program. Introduces the basics of decorative work as applied to showpieces and special occasion cakes, students will have the opportunity to design and execute their own three-tier wedding cake as well as work on a special occasion cake and team wedding cake using gumpaste, pastillage, chocolate, or marzipan. Topics include fillings, icings, custards, mousses, and glazing techniques, along with a comparison of classical and modern dessert preparations and presentations. Sugar work such as pulled, blown, and poured will be covered, as will the use of tempered and modeling chocolate. Focus on chocolate and confectionery technology, ingredient function, and the production of chocolates and confections in an artisan setting. Vital concepts in both theory and practice will include controlling the crystallization of fats and sugars, manipulating water and free water in centers, and understanding the mechanics of emulsions. Techniques include chocolate tempering methods, sugar cooking technique, hand dipping centers, and shell molding. Includes frozen desserts, ice creams, and sorbets. 54.00 hours lecture and 297.00 hours laboratory. (Letter grade only)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 7:20pm–8:45pm, Tue Wed Thu Fri 3:00pm–7:20pm