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The Great Outschool Baking Course
Mary Probst
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(81)
In a self-paced course, learners will be guided in video lessons to make cakes, pies, cookies, bread, and pastries. Each lesson will include a slide presentation containing recipes, tips, and video demonstrations.
Class experience
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Whether you're new to baking or an old pro, this class will improve and refine your baking skills with guided videos, new recipes, and fun challenges! In a format inspired by the Great British Baking Show, each week will be themed. Every Monday, learners will receive their "signature challenge" in the form of a video presentation from the teacher guiding them through the process of the bake. They will be given many opportunities to tweak the recipes and bring their own flavors and ideas to...
6 lessons//6 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1CakeLearners will work through a guided video lesson to bake a basic vanilla cake with buttercream frosting. They are free to add their own different flavorings if desired. They will also be instructed on basic frosting equipment and techniques.Week 2Lesson 2CookiesOur video lesson this week will focus on tuiles . We will learn about the proper way to mix, shape, and bake the thin, crisp cookies, with options to add different flavorings such as citrus zest.Week 3Lesson 3BreadWe will tackle the scary (but easier than you'd think) French baguette. Learners will bake along with a video and learn the importance of weighing ingredients, how to gently handle and shape the bread dough, and the French technique of baking in a steamy oven.Week 4Lesson 4DessertDessert week will contain a video lesson about meringue cookies. Meringue is an intimidating bake for some, but learners will see how simple it can be and have fun with their designs as they bake!Week 5Lesson 5PieWe'll take a trip to the savory side by making meat pies. Learners will bake along with me in a video as they learn how to make a pie crust, techniques to avoid overfilling their pies, and how to avoid the infamous "soggy bottom." (Learners can use any filling they would like, including vegetarian.)Week 6Lesson 6PastryWe saved the scariest for last! This week's signature challenge will be eclairs. The video lesson will teach learners how to make and pipe choux pastry, chocolate ganache, and pastry cream.
Learners will be able to bake a variety of homemade treats. Learners will be able to put their own creative spin on recipes.
Homework Offered
Learners will be expected to complete three baking challenges every week. These bakes vary widely in times, with the longest being French bread, which will take several hours for proofing and rising.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
Learners should be familiar with measuring ingredients and using ovens and stoves safely.
Learners will need a variety of baking ingredients and equipment including, but not limited to electric mixers, measuring spoons, and cups, mixing bowls, baking pans, pie tins, etc. The list of ingredients needed will change each week. For the first week, learners will require: Cake flour Salt Baking powder Baking soda Unsalted butter Sugar Eggs Vanilla extract Buttermilk Powdered sugar Heavy whipping cream Parchment paper Cake tins Mixing bowls and spoons Measuring cups and spoons Electric mixer Piping bag and tips Additionally, anything that learners would like for additional flavorings/decorations.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Learners will be expected to work with cooking equipment such as ovens, stove tops, electric mixers, and knives. Please ensure that your child can do so safely and is properly supervised. Also, be advised that recipes will likely contain common allergens, such as wheat, dairy, eggs, and nuts. Learners are free to make accommodations as needed.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(81)
Hello! My name is Mary Probst and I am so excited to be teaching on the Outschool platform. I studied English Education at Brigham Young University. I graduated in 2015 after taking courses in a wide variety of literature, literary analysis,...
Self-Paced Class
$10
weekly or $60 for all content6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks of teacher feedback
Choose your start date
1 year of access to the content
Completed by 18 learners
Ages: 12-17
