CHIFFON STYLE CAKE BATTERS

Production of a cake batters using the Chiffon method. 

This workshop is run by Chef Mike Fleming, the author of the book "Baking for Non-Bakers" 

Mike Fleming is a respected Baking Industry Professional with over 60 years of involvement in all facets of baking practice. From apprentice to business owner to head baking instructor, he established The Baking Industry Training Centre in 1993 - a first for Singapore. He is a well-experienced educator, process control trainer, and technical consultant in many Southeast Asian countries.

Mike firmly believes that success in baking begins with a sound foundational knowledge of ingredients and a thorough understanding of the basic skills and techniques. His passion for baking is evident within this text, providing insights often overlooked. 

YOU'RE LEARNING

• Explanation of Chiffon-style cake making. The role of mechanical aeration in the process. 
• Ingredient selection for cake batters
• Use of Specific Gravity readings on cake batters 
• Temperature controls of ingredients and batters for success
• Aeration principles using egg whites and the stages of whipping 
• Preparation of the slurry ingredients before egg whites are added      
• Baking requirements , temperature and time 
• Preparation of suitable cream fillings for small Hokkaido cakes 
• Finishing and presentation of small cakes 
• Assessment and evaluation of baked items 

Duration: 3.5 hours

Type: Baking Hands-on

Take-Home Portion: One Pandan Chiffon cake Small Hokkaido style cakes 

Adolescent Policy: Adolescents 12 - 17 years old can enrol for class without an accompanying adult. If an adult wishes to accompany the adolescent, the adult must enrol as well.

Children Policy: Children aged 9 – 11 years old can enrol for class but must be accompanied by a paid adult

This class will be conducted in English only. 

Equipment, tools, ingredients, apron and boxes will be provided. 

Bring a pen for taking notes. 

Participants may have to work in groups depending on class recipe.

Dress in comfortable attire and wear toe covered shoes for protection.