MULTYFARNHAM COOKING CLASS FIELD GUIDE
Teen Bakers in Multyfarnham: Hands-On Bread and Dessert Lab
A focused, in-house class where 13–16‑year‑olds learn a versatile yeast bread and two desserts, building practical baking skills and kitchen confidence.
Teen Bakers in Multyfarnham: Hands-On Bread and Dessert Lab.
Set in Multyfarnham Cookery School, this hands-on baking class guides teenagers through the fundamentals of breadmaking and dessert preparation — from mixing a versatile yeast dough to shaping loaves and assembling two seasonal desserts — all designed to build practical skills and confidence in the kitchen.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Mastering Yeast Dough
Students prepare a single versatile yeast bread dough from scratch, then learn shaping and baking techniques and how simple additions like cheese, herbs or tomatoes create varied loaves.
Two Seasonal Desserts
Alongside breadmaking, each student prepares two desserts, practicing essential baking techniques and ingredient handling while menus adapt to seasonal availability.
Hands‑On Learning and Tasting
The class emphasizes practical, supportive, hands‑on instruction: teens work through kitchen organisation and safe practices, then sit down together to enjoy the bread and desserts they have made.
What the day feels like
What the Class Feels Like
Across a focused three‑hour session, students move from an instructor‑led introduction to kneading and dough handling, through experiments with flavours and shaping, to dessert assembly and a shared tasting — a practical, confidence‑building sequence that prioritises hands‑on practice and kitchen safety.
THE TECHNIQUE
Mastering Yeast Dough
Students prepare a single versatile yeast bread dough from scratch, then learn shaping and baking techniques and how simple additions like cheese, herbs or tomatoes create varied loaves.
THE SWEETS
Two Seasonal Desserts
Alongside breadmaking, each student prepares two desserts, practicing essential baking techniques and ingredient handling while menus adapt to seasonal availability.
THE EXPERIENCE
Hands‑On Learning and Tasting
The class emphasizes practical, supportive, hands‑on instruction: teens work through kitchen organisation and safe practices, then sit down together to enjoy the bread and desserts they have made.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits — and who should take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The class runs for approximately 3 hours; timings may occasionally vary depending on the menu.
This is an onsite class at Multyfarnham Cookery School in Multyfarnham, County Westmeath.
This is not a gluten‑free or dairy‑free class. Please inform the school of any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.
A hands‑on baking class where students work directly with ingredients and equipment under instructor supervision.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages is the class for?
The class is suitable for young people aged 13–16.
How long is the class?
The session lasts approximately 3 hours, though timings may occasionally vary depending on the menu.
Where is the class held?
The class takes place onsite at Multyfarnham Cookery School in Multyfarnham, County Westmeath.
Is the class suitable for gluten‑free or dairy‑free diets?
No — this is not a gluten‑free or dairy‑free class.
What if my teen has allergies or special dietary needs?
Please inform the school of any allergies or dietary requirements when booking so they can advise and prepare accordingly.
Will students get to taste what they make?
Yes — at the end of the class participants can sit down together and enjoy the bread and desserts they have prepared.