Summer Fruit Desserts

A hands-on in-person cooking class. Alongside the tasting of baked goods, a seasonal salad will be served with wine or beer. This class is limited to 12 students. Review our registration and cancellation policies here.

There’s a palpable excitement when summer stone fruits and berries overflow at farmers’ market stands! In this class, we will bake recipes that celebrate the rich bounty of California plums, strawberries, figs, and mixed berries (though these recipes will work with fruit from any season). 

You'll work in teams to prepare perfect flaky pie dough, learn how to prepare the season's gems, and let them shine. These are easy and approachable recipes for bakers at all levels, suitable for gatherings and special occasions! 

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Santa Rosa Plum Crostata with No-Churn Cardamom Ice Cream
For this rustic tart, a single layer of buttery, flaky dough encases tart and sweet Santa Rosa Plums, complemented with cardamom-scented ice cream.

Flourless Chocolate Roulade with Whipped Cream and Slow-Roasted Strawberries
A show-stopping easy-to-make chocolate cake perfect for a celebration or a barbeque served with intensely flavored strawberries.

Mini Pavlovas with Fresh Figs, Mascarpone Cream and Local Bay Area Lavender-Honey Glaze
Fresh figs sit atop rich mascarpone nestled in crispy meringue shells with a delicious honey glaze. 

Summer Berry Pudding with Mixed Berries and Whipped Cream
A classic no-bake fresh fruit dessert made with ladyfingers and fresh berries.

This menu contains the following common allergens: Egg, Tree Nuts, Dairy, Wheat. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions that concern your ability to cook along, please e-mail info@18reasons.org before purchasing a ticket.

Let’s Cook Together! 

Jennifer Altman began her culinary journey at age eight baking and cooking for her family and friends. After a career in science, she followed her passion and became a pastry chef. She is now a culinary instructor teaching both professional and amateur cooks nationally and internationally. She loves anything to do with food—cooking, gardening, recipe developing, teaching, and is particularly interested in food sustainability.