Homeschool Baking Intensive: Cookies From Around The World 4/4 10 Sessions
Fridays @ 11:30
10 sessions starting 4/4
Baking helps build a bridge to lessons in history, humanities and stem! Join us for a 10 session cooking baking class designed to hone culinary skills and also dive deep into cultural history and how food helps to build community.
Lesson 1: India: Nankhatai Cookies
Explore the origins and cultural importance of Nankhatai, a traditional Indian shortbread cookie. Learn to work with ingredients like ghee and cardamom while discussing food as a connection between cultures.
Lesson 2: South Korea: Black Sesame Cookies
Discover the role of black sesame in Korean cuisine through baking these unique cookies. Engage with traditional tools like the sseunggi and learn about popular Korean desserts.
Lesson 3: Brazil: Sequilhos (Cornstarch Cookies)
Delve into the significance of cornstarch-based cookies in Brazilian culture. Develop an understanding of how corn influences culinary traditions across Latin America while perfecting the texture of these treats.
Lesson 4: Mexico: Polvorones
Learn about polvorones, their cultural ties, and the use of powdered sugar and pecans in Mexican cuisine. Reflect on the role of texture and flavor in festive desserts.
Lesson 5: United States – Chocolate Chip Cookies
Discover the story of the accidental invention that gave the world chocolate chip cookies! Learn about the science behind chewy versus crispy textures and experiment with your own creative twists on this beloved classic.
Lesson 6: Japan: Hato Sabure
These sablé cookies originated all the way back in 1887 during the Meiji period 1868-1912). Around that time, Japan started to open itself up to the world, allowing many foreign goods to come into the country. They are shaped to look like a dove.
Lesson 7: Nigeria – Chin Chin
Celebrate with Chin Chin, a crunchy, deep-fried snack often served at Nigerian festivities. Explore the global appeal of fried treats, discussing how similar snacks like beignets and churros connect cultures worldwide. Experiment with flavor variations to personalize your creation.
Lesson 8: Mauritius – Napolitaines
Craft Napolitaines, sandwich cookies filled with jam and glazed with a sugary pink coating. Explore how these sweet treats blend French pastry techniques with Mauritian flavors. Reflect on foods that symbolize love, friendship, and togetherness in your own culture.
Lesson 9: Italy – Biscotti
Travel to Italy and bake biscotti, twice-baked cookies known for their crunch and perfect pairing with coffee. Learn how regional flavors like almonds, anise, and citrus zest influence this traditional recipe. Discuss how food evolves when it becomes popular in different countries.
Lesson 10: Netherlands – Stroopkoeken (Syrup Cookies)
End your cookie journey in the Netherlands with stroopkoeken, spiced syrup-filled cookies. Discover the role of caramelization and spices in Dutch baking. Reflect on how foods like stroopkoeken are enjoyed during tea or coffee time and share your own favorite traditions. Celebrate your travels by presenting your passport of flavors!