Baking Boot Camp

Dive into the world of baking with our comprehensive Baking Bootcamp, a 6-week hands-on cooking class that will transform you into a confident and skilled baker. Each week, you'll embark on a new culinary adventure, honing your techniques and expanding your baking repertoire.

From mastering the art of perfect pie crusts and flaky pastries to creating an array of delicious breads, cakes, cookies, and pastries, this course covers it all. You'll learn essential skills such as dough handling, decorating, and precise measurements.

Our Baking Bootcamp is designed for both beginners and those looking to refine their baking skills. By the end of the 6 weeks, you'll have the knowledge and expertise to create delectable baked goods that will impress friends and family. 

Join us for this sweet journey of learning and discovery.

Week 1: Cookies and Quick Breads

● Chocolate Chip Cookies

● Pistachio Pinwheel Shortbread Cookies

● Lemon Pound Cake

● Pecan Biscotti

Week 2: Pie Tarts

● Pie Dough and Tart Dough

● Seasonal Fruit Filling

● Savory Quiche

● Biscuits

Week 3: Working with Pastry Cream

● Cream Puffs

● Pistachio Eclairs

● Berry Tart

Week 4: Cake/Buttercream

● Classic Yellow Layer Cake

● Buttercream

● Fruit Filling

● Crumb Coat

● Piping

Week 5: Laminated Dough / Breads

● Day 1: Croissants

● Rosemary Focaccia

● Dinner Rolls

Week 6: Other Must Knows!

● Day 2: Croissants

● Basque Cheesecake

*Price is per person*

Your purchase includes:

• One seat in the class

• Recipes, which will be emailed at the end of class

• Live step-by-step cooking instruction

Classes are approximately 3- 3 1/2hours- Class may run over!

Missed Class Policy:

• Students cannot miss the first class. If you do, you must start over in the next available semester. Refund or Credit will be given based on our terms and conditions.
• If you miss one class, students can make up the classed missed in the next semester, and continue on with the rest of the semester.
• If two classes are missed and you would like to make up missed classes next semester, you must pay an additional $85 per class missed, ($170)
• If three or more classes are missed, you cannot finish this semester, and must pay $85 x 3 class ($255) for the next semester.
• Exception: If you get sick, we will wave the fee with a doctor's note. Please do not come to class ill.
• If you would like to get a refund or credit, please see our terms and conditions.
• If you are unhappy, please let us know.

Price is per person, and unfortunately, Sawyer is limited in its ability to register multiple adults for a single class. So if you'd like to register another adult for this class, you must sign them up as your child. Simply choose "ADD CHILD” and enter your guest's name and a birthday. This will allow you to register another participant. Price is per person, so it will add the additional cost for the seat. Or you can have your guest(s) create an account and register themselves separately.

We apologize for the inconvenience. However, be sure to indicate any allergies for yourself or your guest(s) when you signup. If you have any issues, please email us at info@cookologyonline.com or call us at (703) 433-1909 press 1.

Parking in Ballston Quarter parking lot is recommended. Park on level 4 or 5, then proceed to Mall level 3. 

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