Hands-On Classes
Croquembouche: A Profiterole Tower
Things to know
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to allow for seating.
Class may run a few minutes over or under the estimated time.
Croquembouche (noun)
krow-kuhm-boosh
A visually stunning French pastry masterpiece; a pyramid of golden, crispy choux puffs filled with cream, and held together with caramel.
Learn how to create this shop-stopping dessert from not one, but two of L’OCA’s renowned pastry chefs!
In Croquembouche: A Profiterole Tower, you’ll learn how to:
- Learn the precise techniques for pâte à choux: from crafting the dough to piping it, and baking it into 'little cabbage' puffs.
- Produce a rich and delectable pastry cream filling.
- Build your very own stunning profiterole tower comprised of delicious caramel covered creampuffs.
When construction is completed, you’ll take home this edible creation that will not only WOW your friends and family, but will taste absolutely delicious!
About your instructor
Stephen Nason
Chef Stephen, L'OCA's Director of Culinary & Bakery, is renowned for his exquisite pastries, including his signature macarons. His work has even been featured in prestigious publications such as Vogue Magazine and Elle Paris Magazine!