Mastering the Bagel: From Scratch to Spread

Service Description

**Highly requested teen bagel workshop!** Skill Level: Intermediate—perfect for foodies and aspiring bakers wanting to elevate their kitchen skills. In this class, your teen/s will learn the art of yeast dough to create both classic savory and sweet bagels from scratch, whip up custom-flavored cream cheese spreads, and brew a comforting, Mexican atole in this advanced, hands-on baking workshop. Each student will level up their culinary game with this specialized teen baking intensive! In this interactive workshop, older kids skip the basic recipes and dive into the exact science of bread making. Teens will learn how to activate yeast, knead dough to perfect gluten development, and execute the traditional boil-and-bake method to make two distinct styles of bagels. To finish the spread, they will blend customized cream cheese flavors and simmer a rich, Mexican atole—a traditional, comforting corn-and-cinnamon beverage. The Menu: The Savory Everything Bagel The Sweet Cinnamon-Raisin Bagel Whipped Dual-Flavor Cream Cheese Warm Traditional Atole What Teens Will Learn: Advanced Yeast Mechanics: Understanding hydration, gluten structure, and fermentation for the perfect chewy bite. The Dual-Flavor Challenge: Managing two different dough styles (savory and sweet) in one kitchen session. The Boil & Bake Secret: Executing the traditional water-bath technique that gives real bagels their signature shiny crust. Flavor Balancing: Emulsifying and pairing ingredients to create both savory herb and sweet berry cream cheese spreads. Cultural Mixology: Exploring the history and culinary significance of atole, mastering the use of masa harina as a thickener.