Learn to bake with cooking demos led by Certified Master Baker Punky Egan at Lakeview Library! Punky will showcase how to make different breads and some sweet treats, as well. You'll learn about different cooking tools and techniques, as well as how to use base recipes to make a variety of products. These basic rules of baking will prep you for sweet success.
Upcoming Demos:
Blitz Puff Pastry
Saturday, September 27, 1-2pm | Lakeview Library
Puff pastry is a versatile dough that can be used for both sweet and savory fillings. You’ll learn an easier technique to make the flakiest puff pastry. We’ll discuss how to turn your dough into apple turnovers, pinwheels, and cinnamon crispies.
Space is limited for this event; registration is required. Use the link above to register or call 608-246-4547. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.
Fruity Breakfast Pastries
Saturday, October 11, 1-2pm | Lakeview Library
Using the fruits of the season, you’ll learn how to make 3 easy breakfast pastries. We’ll discuss streusel-topped pumpkin muffins, quick applesauce mini muffins, and classic craisin scones. All can be made ahead and frozen for a convenient breakfast sweet when needed!
Space is limited for this event; registration is required. Use the link above to register or call 608-246-4547. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.
Decorative Breads
Saturday, November 22, 1-2pm | Lakeview Library
A stunning bread centerpiece is just the thing for a Thanksgiving feast! We’ll discuss how to make a colorful multigrain sunburst bread. Not only is it beautiful to look at, but delicious, too. And the dough can also be shaped into dinner rolls!
Space is limited for this event; registration is required. Use the link to register or call 608-246-4547 to register. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.
Cookie Exchange
Saturday, December 13, 1-2pm | Lakeview Library
Some cookies are traditionally made only during the winter holidays. We’ll discuss how a few basic cookie recipes can be turned into a wide assortment of different cookies such as lemon pinch, pecan fingers, Linzer, pressed, and many more. All of the doughs and cookies can be done ahead and frozen to make your holiday baking fun and easy! Samples will be provided.
You are welcome to bring your own cookies to exchange with others! This is a fun option but not a requirement for participation.
Space is limited for this event; registration is required. Use the link to register or call 608-246-4547 to register. Registration opens two weeks prior to program date.
Register for classes by clicking the links above or by calling the library at 608-246-4547. If classes fill up, you can call or email Lakeview Library [link sends email] to be added to the waitlist.
About Punky Egan
Punky Egan earned the title of Certified Master Baker, one of less than 200 in the country, from the professional organization RBA (Retail Bakers of America). Through her 45-year professional baking career, she owned Sucré Patisserie and Dessert Lounge, was a consultant to the baking industry, and recipe developer. At Madison College, she was the director of the baking program as well as lead instructor. She co-authored 3 cookbooks, wrote baking articles for professional publications, created instructional baking videos for her baking students. She had a regular baking segment on a local TV station and was even on the Food Network! Visit Punky's website to learn more.