Learn to Bake Panettone

Discover the secrets to baking authentic Panettone at home! This comprehensive course, led by renowned professional baker Beesham Soogrim and filmed by Teresa L Greenway, guides you through every step of creating this beloved Italian holiday bread.

For centuries, Panettone, with its signature soft, buttery interior and delightful fruit inclusions, has been a festive tradition. Originating in Milan around 500 years ago, mastering Panettone baking is both an art and a science. Beesham, a world-traveling baking workshop expert, unveils his techniques, sharing insights typically guarded by top Panettone bakeries.

This hands-on course, filmed during a workshop sponsored by Puratos (The Quest for Sourdough) in 2018, will empower you to bake a stunning Panettone for your loved ones. You'll learn:

• How to make your own Lievito Madre: The foundation of exceptional Panettone, learn to cultivate your own natural leavening agent. Follow the progression from the initial stages of the Lievito Madre to the final Panettone dough.
• Dough Development & Proofing: Master the crucial techniques for properly proofing and developing the dough to achieve the perfect texture.
• Incorporating Butter & Fruits: Learn the best methods for adding butter and fruit to your Panettone dough for optimal flavor and distribution.
• Shaping & Molding: Discover the proper techniques for shaping the Panettone dough and placing it into traditional molds.
• Scoring & Baking: Learn how to score your Panettone for that classic look and bake it to golden-brown perfection.
• Cooling for Softness: Understand the importance of proper cooling to maintain the Panettone's signature feathery, soft interior.

Important: This course requires a strong dough mixer and a kitchen scale that measures in the metric system. Bake your own delicious Panettone and share the joy of the holidays!