Le Petit Paris Workshop

Pretzel

Make classic bakery-style pretzels while learning the dough handling, shaping and finishing techniques that create their signature texture and flavor. This hands-on workshop combines approachable bread skills with a fun, satisfying product that is perfect for both beginners and repeat students. The class is designed for small groups, with clear demonstrations, guided practice and artisan bakery tips you can reuse at home.

Bread Beginner 3 hours

About This Workshop

The Pretzel Workshop is one of the most accessible bread classes. Students learn the history of the pretzel, make a smooth dough, form the classic knot, and understand the alkaline bath that gives pretzels their signature crust. It is ideal for a friendly, playful, family-oriented workshop.

What You’ll Make

  • Classic pretzel dough
  • Hand-shaped pretzels
  • Baking soda alkaline bath version
  • Professional lye bath discussed with safety warnings
  • Coarse-salted baked pretzels
  • Creative variations discussed: cheese-stuffed pretzels, mini sliders, pretzel pizza bites

What You’ll Learn

  • Enriched dough mixing
  • Rolling ropes
  • Classic pretzel knot shaping
  • Freezing before dipping
  • Alkaline bath logic
  • Salt finishing
  • Deep color baking

Why This Workshop Is Special

  • Soft Pretzels - shape the classic knot and bake a golden snack.
  • Hands-on class in a small group environment.
  • Authentic Le Petit Paris® French artisan instruction.
  • Strong gift-card and Workshop Passport compatibility when scheduled correctly.

Perfect For

Families, kids/parents, casual students, snack lovers, groups, and customers intimidated by more technical pastry.

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