At Sherwood Coffee 'n' Bread, we bake fresh, artisan breads using only natural ingredients - no preservatives or additives - so you can enjoy healthier, better-tasting bread with every bite.

Pie Making Classes

Class participants proudly holding their pies after completing a pie-making session

Imagine pulling a golden, flaky pie from the oven, the rich aroma of buttery crust and spiced filling filling your kitchen. Sounds magical, right? At Sherwood Coffee 'n' Bread, we make that dream a reality with our hands-on Pie Making Classes in Albuquerque. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our classes are designed to transform pie-making from daunting to delightful. And with the unique experience of baking in a traditional brick oven, you’ll create pies like never before.

Challenges Home Bakers Face When Making Pies

1. Achieving a Flaky Crust:
Creating the perfect crust can be tricky. From overworking the dough to not keeping ingredients cold, small mistakes can lead to tough, dense crusts instead of light, flaky layers.

2. Perfecting Fillings:
Too watery, overly sweet, or not flavorful enough - getting pie fillings just right is a common struggle.

3. Overbaking or Undercooking:
Home ovens often bake unevenly, leading to pies with burnt edges or undercooked centers.

4. Balancing Creativity and Technique:
Trying to experiment with flavors while sticking to proper techniques can feel overwhelming.

How Our Classes Help You Overcome These Challenges

A vibrant fruit pie with a lattice crust, fresh out of the brick oven

Hands-On Experience:
Get ready to roll up your sleeves! In our classes, you’ll work directly with dough, fillings, and tools under expert guidance, ensuring you truly master the process.

Secrets to Flaky Crusts:
We’ll teach you the exact techniques to keep ingredients cold, minimize handling, and achieve that perfect golden crust every time.

Masterful Fillings:
Learn how to balance flavors, use thickeners like cornstarch effectively, and add spices to elevate your pie game.

The Brick Oven Advantage:
Our outdoor brick oven provides the perfect bake, crisping crusts beautifully while infusing your pies with unparalleled flavor. While you may not have a brick oven at home, we’ll teach you techniques to adapt your baking for any setup.

Confidence to Experiment:
From savory pies to dessert masterpieces, our foundational techniques will empower you to get creative without fear of failure.

What You’ll Learn in Our Pie Making Classes

  • Crafting pie crusts from scratch for perfectly flaky results.
  • Preparing sweet and savory fillings, from seasonal fruits to hearty vegetables.
  • Baking pies in a brick oven for superior flavor and texture.
  • Troubleshooting common pie-making mistakes and how to fix them.
  • Decorative techniques to make your pies look bakery-perfect.

Why Choose Sherwood Coffee 'n' Bread?

Class participants at Sherwood Coffee n Bread

Our classes are intimate, hands-on, and welcoming, held in Albuquerque’s only traditional outdoor brick oven setting. With small class sizes, personalized instruction, and the use of fresh, local ingredients, we offer an experience unlike any other.

Discover More Cooking Adventures

Looking to explore more than pie making? Check out our full range of cooking classes in Albuquerque, from artisan bread baking to preparing traditional New Mexican dishes.