Training
Pastry Masterclass
Master the essential pastry techniques
Duration
Total duration: 3 days
Level
Beginner to Intermediate
Participants
10-15 people
Training Overview
The Pastry Training is designed for passionate individuals who want to acquire solid and practical skills in modern and traditional pastry, in a professional environment. The goal is not to "skim the surface", but to understand, practice and produce mastered desserts, reproducible at home or in a semi-professional setting.
Your Chef Trainer
Mounir EL HAJJAJI
Pastry Chef & TrainerPassionate about the art of pastry, Chef Mounir El Hajjaji will accompany you throughout this training to share his expertise and professional techniques.
Training Level
Beginner to IntermediateThis training is suitable for:
- Complete beginners, with no prerequisites
- Self-taught enthusiasts looking to structure their knowledge
- Passionate individuals who have practiced and want to correct their technical foundations
Training Duration
Total duration: 3 daysFriday 24, Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 April 2025
- From 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Lunch offered by the center
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:
Learning Objectives
1
Master the fundamentals of pastry
2
Create desserts balanced in taste, texture and visual
3
Understand ingredient roles and key techniques
4
Organize a clean and efficient workstation
5
Gain autonomy to reproduce recipes
Duration : Total duration: 3 days
Detailed Program
Module 1
Fundamentals (Hygiene & techniques)
- Laboratory hygiene rules
- Workstation organization
- Weighing, temperatures, textures
- Pastry chemistry basics (emulsions, whipping, baking)
Module 2
Basic Pastries
- Sablé pastry
- Sweet pastry
- Choux pastry
- Introduction to puff pastry
Module 3
Creams & Mixtures
- Pastry cream
- Mousseline cream
- Chantilly
- Ganaches and cake batters
Module 4
Cakes & Entremets
- Génoise and sponges
- Assembly and filling
- Simple entremets
- Glazing techniques
Module 5
Individual Desserts
- Tartlets
- Filled choux
- Verrines
- Modern petit fours
Module 6
Decoration & Plating
- Using piping bags
- Professional finishes
- Plating and presentation
- Visual enhancement of desserts
Discover the professional recipes you will learn to master
Technical Sheets - Training Recipes
Almond Cream
Butter, powdered sugar, eggs, almond powder, flour - Creaming technique
Pastry Cream
Milk, sugar, pastry powder, vanilla - Thickening cooking
Whipped Vanilla Ganache
Liquid cream, white chocolate, gelatin, vanilla - Whipping technique
Choux Pastry
Water, milk, butter, flour, salt, vanilla, eggs - Drying technique
Shortcrust Pastry
Butter, powdered sugar, eggs, flour - 24h refrigeration
Macaron & Italian Meringue
Almond powder, powdered sugar, egg whites, Italian meringue at 118°C
Download technical sheets
For more details on recipes and techniques taught, download our complete technical sheets.
Methodology
- 100% hands-on training
- Small groups
- Personalized guidance
- Complete recipe execution
- Advice tailored to each level
Certificate
A certificate of participation is provided at the end of the training.
(This is a practical skills certificate, not a state diploma.)
Included in training
Chef apron provided
All quality ingredients
Detailed recipes
Professional equipment
Your creations to take home
Coffee, tea, tastings
Certificate of participation
Ready to Get Started?
Any questions about this training or pricing?
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