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Decadent Chocolate Desserts: Mastering Pot de Creme, Mousse andter Custard

  • Bronxville Adult School 177 Pondfield Road Bronxville, NY, 10708 United States (map)

Join us for a delightful journey into the world of rich, luxurious chocolate desserts in this hands-on baking class. This immersive experience is perfect for aspiring bakers, chocolate lovers, and even those looking for a healthy dairy-free low-sugar alternative to satisfy a sweet tooth.

You'll learn to create three indulgent chocolate masterpieces: the smooth warmth of pot de crème, the airy finesse of chocolate mousse, and the creamy richness of custard. You'll master essential techniques, understand the differences between the three desserts, learn their cooking methods, and explore their primary ingredients. You'll practice tempering eggs and baking in a bain-marie. Learn how to check for doneness and explore dairy-free alternatives to create deliciously creamy desserts.

This class will help you to develop confidence in your dessert-making abilities. Prepare for a sweet adventure—your chocolate dreams await!

We will make the following:

  • Silken Chocolate Mousse (vegan)

  • Basic Stovetop Chocolate Custard

  • Spiced Dark Chocolate Pot de Creme with Sugared Berries

Demonstration, Hands-on and Tasting. Registration is through the Bronxville Adult School.

This is a live virtual baking class via zoom. You will receive a detailed list of ingredients and materials needed as well as the recipes and prep instructions when you register. There is no special equipment required. We teach the art of substitution.

Image of Cacao by Rodrigo Flores @loucel

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Later Event: February 7
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