There is always room for dessert. Life is short: eat dessert first! Most people love dessert and feel it is a great way to complete a meal. Desserts, while usually high in sugar and fat, can be a part of a healthy eating plan if eaten in moderation. Though there are many options for snacks and desserts, cakes, cookies and pies certainly top the list of favorites. As you proceed through this lesson, let the course material be your guide. Read your objectives, gather your supplies, and then begin.

Lesson Objectives

1. Restate your understanding of types and functions of fats.
2. Explain the basics of cake and cookie making, including the effects of preparation methods, pan type, altitude, and ingredients.
3. Explain the functions of the ingredients and outline correct preparation methods for pastry making.