This week in Food Science, our students explored how different fats affect shortcrust pastry. After testing a variety of options, the clear winner was cold butter! 🧈❄️
It delivered that perfect golden colour, rich buttery flavour, and a crisp, satisfying bite. A delicious lesson in the science of baking!
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Following their experiment, the girls put their pastry skills to the test by baking delicious lemon meringue pies in their practical lesson; a sweet success all round!
This week, Year 8 students embraced the art of French patisserie by making delicious apple tarts using their very own homemade puff pastry! 🥐🍎
From rolling and layering to baking and glazing, it was a hands-on experience that helped build both pastry skills and kitchen confidence. A fantastic blend of creativity and culinary technique!🧑🍳
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