Take your baking skills to the next level with Chef Ely Salar’s Croissant Online Class—an in-depth course on laminated dough that will open new doors to profes…
Take your baking skills to the next level with Chef Ely Salar’s Croissant Online Class—an in-depth course on laminated dough that will open new doors to professional-level pastry making. Whether you're a home baker or a budding food entrepreneur, this class will guide you step by step in crafting three world-famous pastries: the delicate and buttery French Croissant , the caramelized and flaky Kouign-Amann , and the trendy, cream-filled New York Roll . Chef Ely shares his expert techniques for creating consistent layers, achieving the perfect bake, and mastering fermentation and butter handling—so you can skip the trial-and-error and bake with confidence. Get unlimited access to professionally shot video lessons, downloadable recipes, and real-time community support. Learn at your own pace, in your own kitchen. If you’ve ever dreamed of offering café-style pastries or want to elevate your weekend bakes, this is the perfect class to start with. Be part of our growing community of learners—and bring authentic, laminated pastries to life.
What you’ll learn
I. Foundation of Laminated Dough (détrempe)
Understanding lamination: the science behind the layers
Choosing the right flour and butter
Preparing the dough base
Resting and fermentation guidelines
Butter block preparation and encasing
II. French Croissant
A golden, flaky, and buttery pastry made from layered dough—perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.
Lamination and folding techniques
Dough resting and rolling tips
Cutting and shaping classic French croissants
Proofing the dough: temperature and timing
Egg wash and baking for golden perfection
III. Kouign-Amann
A caramelized laminated pastry with layers of dough and sugar, creating a crispy, buttery crust and soft, chewy center.
Special folding with sugar for caramelization
Shaping and pan preparation
Tips for achieving crispy, caramelized layers
IV. New York Roll
Chocolate Rocher New York Roll - A rich and indulgent pastry filled with dark chocolate ganache and finished with a crunchy chocolate praline coating for that perfect bite.
Introduction to the viral New York Roll
Rolling and cutting laminated dough for NY rolls
Baking and filling techniques
Dark Chocolate ganache
Chocolate praline coating
Final assembly and finishing touches
Lemon Meringue New York Roll - A modern laminated roll filled with tangy lemon curd and topped with smooth Italian meringue—bright, refreshing, and delightfully elegant.
Introduction to the viral New York Roll
Rolling and cutting laminated dough for NY rolls
Baking and filling techniques
Italian meringue
Lemon curd
Final assembly and finishing touches
V: Storage, Troubleshooting, and Business Tips
Storing raw and baked pastries
Common lamination issues and how to fix them
Scaling up for business or small batch selling
Frequently asked questions
How much does Croissants cost?
Croissants costs ₱3,499.
Who teaches Croissants?
Croissants is taught by Ely Rowen Salar.
Is Croissants online or face-to-face?
Croissants is an online class you take at your own pace.
What level is Croissants?
Croissants is suitable for beginner learners.
Do I get a certificate for Croissants?
Yes. A certificate is issued once you complete Croissants.