Master Sourdough Baking: 2-Day Beginner Workshop with Baker Bettie in Chicago
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 full days
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for all skill levels
Overview
Discover the secrets of sourdough with Baker Bettie in Chicago. This 2-day beginner workshop offers hands-on lessons from starter care to baking artisan loaves—perfect for anyone ready to elevate their bread baking skills.
2-Day Sourdough For Beginners Intensive Workshop with Baker Bettie
2-Day Workshop | Dive deep into the world of sourdough baking!
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About This Adventure
Join head chef Kristin "Baker Bettie" Hoffman for an immersive 2-day sourdough baking workshop. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on class covers essential techniques, from maintaining your starter to crafting artisan loaves and delicious cinnamon rolls. Enjoy refreshments, take home your creations, and receive a comprehensive recipe workbook to continue your baking journey.
Join head chef instructor Kristin "Baker Bettie" Hoffman for this 2-day sourdough intensive!
2-Day Class
10 AM - 2 PM
About
This intensive will dive deep into classic sourdough baking techniques while making various sourdough baked goods using both active starter and discard. This workshop is designed for beginners and those just starting out with sourdough.
This intensive will be capped at 12 students. We emphasize individual hands-on time and each student will leave this workshop with a good understanding of a wide variety of sourdough baking techniques.
Refreshments and snacks will be served each day and all students will leave with the baked goods they prepared in class. Each student will also receive an in-depth recipe workbook of everything covered in this intensive.
Techniques Covered
- How to store, maintain, feed, and use your sourdough starter
- How to make an artisan sourdough boule from start to finish including mixing, building gluten, shaping, scoring, and baking
- Sourdough cinnamon rolls
- Sourdough pizza
- How to keep starter small to reduce/eliminate discard
- Scaling starter up and down based on needs
More Info
- This class is for ages 18+.
- All tickets are priced per person as we keep our classes small.
- All tickets are final sale and non-refundable or transferable to another date. If you are unable to attend after purchase, you may gift your ticket to a friend.
- Allergens & dietary restrictions: This class includes wheat, dairy, tree nuts, and eggs. We are unable to accommodate vegan, dairy free, nut free, or gluten free requests. Please note that our kitchen regularly uses most major allergens.
Adventure Tips
Keep Your Starter Active
Maintain your sourdough starter with daily feedings leading up to the class to get the best fermentation results.
Bring an Apron
Wear or bring an apron to protect your clothes from flour and dough during hands-on sessions.
Arrive on Time
Timely arrival ensures you don’t miss critical demonstrations that build the foundational skills.
Take Notes and Photos
Document each step during the workshop to reinforce learning throughout your baking journey.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Not applicable to urban indoor baking workshop.
History
Chicago’s baking evolution blends immigrant traditions with modern artisan methods, reflected in local workshops like Baker Bettie’s.
Conservation
The workshop promotes sustainable baking by encouraging sourdough starters as a zero-waste alternative to commercial yeast.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Apron
Protects your clothing during mixing and baking sessions.
Notebook or Smartphone
For jotting down recipes and tips from Baker Bettie.
Comfortable Shoes
You’ll be standing and moving around the kitchen for most of the workshop.
Container for Starter Transport
If you plan to take home sourdough starter, bring a sealable container.