Exotic Danish, Ham and Cheese Croissant Class

The Art of Lamination: From Classic Ham & Cheese Croissants to Exotic Danish

Imagine the scent of a Parisian boulangerie filling your own kitchen. The sound of a perfectly baked croissant shattering into a thousand buttery flakes at the slightest touch. This is the magic of lamination, and it is a skill that will transform your baking forever.

In this ambitious and deeply rewarding workshop, we will demystify the art of creating professional-quality Viennoiserie from scratch. We will guide you through the mesmerizing process of creating an all-butter dough, then meticulously folding and turning it to create hundreds of paper-thin layers—the secret to that coveted honeycomb crumb and ethereal lightness.

Once you have mastered the foundation, we will divide our dough to conquer two spectacular pastries:

• The Ultimate Savory Croissant: We’ll go straight to the heart of comfort with the classic Ham and Cheese Croissant. You’ll learn to shape your laminated dough perfectly, encasing high-quality savory ham and nutty, melted Gruyère cheese. We’ll show you how to get that beautiful golden, cheesy crust on top that makes it utterly irresistible for any brunch or lunch.
• The Dazzling Exotic Danish: Next, we’ll take a trip to the tropics. You will learn to shape and create stunning Danish pastries, filled with a sweet, creamy cheese filling and topped with a vibrant medley of sun-drenched passion fruit, sweet mango, and fragrant coconut. It’s a creative, modern twist that will make your pastries the talk of the town.

This class is for the baker who is ready to level up. You will learn the patience of proofing, the science of steam in the oven, and the techniques that separate good pastries from unforgettable ones. You will leave with a box of your own spectacular creations—both sweet and savory—and the most coveted skill in the baking world.

Your journey to becoming a pastry virtuoso starts here. Let’s create some buttery, flaky magic together.