Virtual Doughnut Making

If you’ve ever eaten a fresh, hot donut, you know that they are one of the most delicious pastries around. In this hands-on class, we’ll make yeast-raised and sour cream-cake donuts. Follow along with the chef from mixing the dough to cutting and frying your donuts. We’ll also glaze and sugar-coat them, literally, to enjoy at the end of the class.

Materials Needed to Participate Fully:

Ingredients:

• 1 2⁄3 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups bread flour (or 2 cups all-purpose)
• 2 cups cake flour (or 2 cups all-purpose)
• 2 1⁄4 tsp. dry active yeast (or 1 1⁄4 tsp. Instant yeast)
• 2 1⁄2 tsp. baking powder
• Kosher salt
• 1 40 or 48 oz. container canola, corn, or vegetable oil
• 1 1⁄2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1⁄4 tsp. ground nutmeg, optional
• 1⁄2 tsp. cardamom, optional
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 1⁄2 - 2 cups powdered sugar
• 3 oz. dark or semisweet chocolate
• 6 large eggs
• 8 oz. (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 3-4 Tbs. milk
• 3⁄4 cup (6 oz.) sour cream

• Dutch oven or large pot to fry doughnuts
• Stand mixer with hook attachment or large mixing bowl and wooden spoon
• Plastic wrap or kitchen towel
• Rolling pin
• Parchment paper
• 3 medium-sized bowls
• Whisk
• Mesh strainer
• Saucepan
• Spider, slotted spoon, or slotted spatula
• Recommended:
• Ring cutters or doughnut cutter
• Pastry brush

What will be included in my Virtual Class package?

One ticket includes an access link to your live, online class. The class will be delivered via web conferencing software and feature a live, professional instructor who will walk you through a lesson as described above. You will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as participate from home.

How many people is my purchase good for?

Each ticket is good for one "device" (i.e. one computer, phone, tablet, etc. you'll be logging in from). This ensures we don't get more people in the class than the instructor can handle. Though we understand some people live together and will be working/learning together, the intent is that each class still allows for the same attention to attendees as if students purchased separately. Please be respectful of this!

Will I need anything from home to use in the class?

You will need a reliable Internet connection as well as a computer or device with which you can access your virtual class. We recommend you arrive to class 5-10 minutes early to ensure you're able to set up your device and connection. Additionally, if the class is more than just a lecture you will likely want any materials listed in the course description as "Materials Needed to Participate Fully", though you're welcome to purchase a seat and sit in and just watch.

Am I able to ask questions or interact with the class?

Yes, you'll both be able to ask questions using the chat function in the video hosting software as well as at certain intervals during the class via voice/audio. If the class winds up being on the smaller side, more spontaneous interaction/questions will be encouraged.


Do I have to show my video or speak during class?

While we recommend you do show your video and speak when encouraged to by the instructor, video and audio participation are never mandatory. We find classes have more fun experiences when people are engaging with one another, but understand not everyone will want to do so and that's ok!