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Sithpat006ccc019 A 2021.1
Sithpat006ccc019 A 2021.1
ASSESSMENT
Unit description:
Cluster PREP 3
Unit of Competency SITHPAT006 - Produce desserts and
SITHCCC019 - Produce cakes, pastries and breads
Qualification Title SIT40516 - Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Assessment Tool Knowledge test
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What will be assessed
The purpose of this assessment is to assess your knowledge required to complete the tasks outlined in elements and performance
criteria of this unit:
culinary terms and trade names for:
o variety of common desserts:
bavarois
crème brûlée
crème caramel
crêpes
custards and creams
flans
fritters
ice-cream
meringues
mousse
parfait
pies
prepared fruit
puddings
sabayon
sorbet
soufflé
tarts
o ingredients commonly used to produce desserts
o substitute ingredients used to produce desserts for special dietary recipes:
gluten free flour
yeast-free flour
non-sugar sweeteners
common special dietary requirements which must be considered when producing desserts:
o fat free
o low carbohydrate
o low fat
o low gluten
o gluten free
o low kilojoule
o low sugar
o sugar free
o type one and two diabetic
o vegan
meaning of:
o food allergy
o food intolerance
key health and legal consequences of failing to address special requirements
contents of stock date codes and rotation labels
cookery methods used when preparing desserts:
o adding fats and liquids to dry ingredients
o baking
o chilling
o flambé
o freezing
o poaching
o reducing
o selecting and preparing appropriate dessert moulds
expected product characteristics of the classical and contemporary desserts specified in the performance evidence:
o appearance
o colour
o consistency
o moisture content
o shape
o size
o structure
o taste
o texture
common garnishes and decorations used when preparing desserts:
o coloured and flavoured sugar
o fresh, preserved or crystallised fruits
o jellies
o shaved chocolate
o sprinkled icing sugar
o whole or crushed nuts
appropriate cooking temperatures and times for desserts
techniques to garnish, decorate, plate and present attractive desserts
indicators of freshness and quality of stocked ingredients for desserts
mise en place requirements for producing desserts
appropriate environmental conditions for storing desserts and re-usable by products of their preparation to:
o ensure food safety
o optimise shelf life
safe operational practices using essential functions and features of equipment used to produce desserts.
You are required to complete all questions and tasks for this assignment.
Tart:
A tart is a baked dish consisting of a filling over a pastry base with an open top not covered with
pastry. The pastry is usually shortcrust pastry; the filling may be sweet or savoury, though
modern tarts are usually fruit-based, sometimes with custard.
Crème brûlée:
Crème brûlée is a rich custard topped with caramelized sugar. At its most basic, creme brulee is a
creamy, pudding-like, baked custard with a brittle top of melted sugar that cracks when you gently
tap it with a spoon. The custard is made with heavy cream, eggs, sugar, and vanilla.
Ice cream:
Ice-cream is a soft, sweet frozen food made with milk and cream and typically flavoured with vanilla,
fruit, or other ingredients
Fritters:
In the United States, fritters are apple pastries made with a primary ingredient that is mixed with an
egg and milk batter and either pan-fried or deep-fried; wheat flour, cornmeal, or a mix of the two may
be used to bind the batter. "Corn fritters" are often made with whole canned corn and are generally
deep-fried.
Sabayon:
A sabayon is made by beating egg yolks with a liquid over simmering water until thickened and
increased in volume. (The liquid can be water, but champagne or wine is often used for a
savoury sabayon.)
Pudding:
Pudding characteristically denotes a sweet milk-based dessert similar in consistency to egg-based
custards, instant custards or a mousse, often commercially set using corn-starch, gelatine or similar
collagen agent
Soufflé:
A soufflé is a baked dish with a flavourful base mixed with beaten egg whites. When baked, air
bubbles in the egg whites expand, puffing the soufflé up over the top of the dish. The name for this
signature French dish is a derivative of the French verb “souffler,” which means “to blow” or “to
inflate.”
Fruit pie:
Fruit Pies have whole or sliced fruits combined with sugar and a starch thickener. Examples: Apple,
cherry, blueberry, and peach. Fluted Edges are ridged edges made with the times of a fork or with
your thumbs and index finger.
Bavarois:
Bavarois is a type of set cream made from custard, whipped cream and gelatine. The texture of
bavarois is like that of dessert mousse
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Sugar Confectioners ½ cup
All-purpose flour All-purpose 1 ½ cups
Unsalted butter Softened and sliced 1 ½ sticks
Cream cheese Softened 1 (8-ounce) package
Sugar Granulated ½ cup
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Strawberries Sliced 1 punnet
Kiwi Sliced 1 punnet
Blueberries Fresh 1 punnet
Raspberries Fresh 1 punnet
Limeade concentrate Frozen 1 (6-ounce) can
Corn starch Flour 1 tablespoon
Lime juice Squeezed 1 tablespoon
Sugar Granulated ¼ cup
Cream Whipped 1 spray bottle
Method:
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Cream Heavy 2 cups
Method:
1. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Put six 8-ounce ramekins on a rimmed baking sheet or in a large,
shallow baking dish.
2. For the custard: Put the heavy cream, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons light brown
sugar, the cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg in a small saucepan over medium-high heat and cook, stirring
occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the cream comes to a bare simmer. Meanwhile, whisk
together the egg yolks, 2 tablespoons of the remaining granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of the
remaining light brown sugar in a medium bowl.
3. Slowly whisk the hot cream into the egg yolk mixture. Strain the custard into a pitcher or large
measuring cup. Divide the custard evenly among the ramekins. Place the baking sheet in the oven,
then carefully add enough hot water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake until the
custards are just set at the sides and still wobbly in the center, about 30 minutes. Remove the ramekins
from the water and let cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes. Leave the oven on.
4. For the garnish: While the custards cool, spread the pecans on a baking sheet and bake until they are
brown and toasty-smelling, about 10 minutes. Whip the cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.
5. To assemble: Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup granulated sugar evenly over the tops of the custards.
Using a kitchen torch, cook the tops until the sugar melts and turns deep amber. Allow the sugar to
harden, about 2 minutes. Top each creme brulee with a dollop of whipped cream, 3 pecans, a fresh
raspberry and a mint sprig, if using. Dust with some icing sugar and serve.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Cream Heavy 2 ¾ cups
Peppermint puff candies Crushed 1 cup
Method:
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Oil Vegetable 3 cups
Flour All-purpose 1 cup
Sugar Granulated 1 cup
Baking powder 2 ¼ teaspoon
Cinnamon Ground 2 teaspoons
Salt Sea 1 ¼ teaspoon
Egg Whole 12 pieces
Fresh milk Full cream ¾ cup
Butter Melted 2 tablespoons
Vanilla Extract 2 teaspoons
Apple Cored and diced 2 pieces
Icing sugar For garnish ½ cup
Ice cream Chocolate 8 scoops
Method:
1. Heat a couple of inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium to medium-low
heat until a deep-fry thermometer inserted in the oil registers 340 degrees F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In a
separate bowl, beat the eggs with a fork, then add the milk, melted butter and vanilla. Gently fold
the dry and wet ingredients together until just combined (do not over-mix). Fold in the apples,
adding enough to make a very chunky batter.
3. Drop heaping tablespoons of batter into the hot oil, 6 to 8 at a time. Fry until golden brown, 4 to 6
minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. Dust generously with powdered sugar and serve with
chocolate ice cream
Name of dish: Sabayon with Glazed Plums and Raspberries Portion nos.: 6
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Sugar Brown 1/4 cup
Butter Unsalted 2 tablespoons
Ripe plum Cut in half and pitted 1 pound
Raspberries Fresh 2 punnet
Egg Yolk 4 pieces
Sugar Granulated ¼ cup
Chardonnay Sweet ¼ cup
Salt Sea 1 teaspoon
Cinnamon Ground 2 tablespoons
Method:
1. Stir the sugar and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until combined, about 2 minutes. Add
the plums and cook until soft and coated with syrup, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat
2. Meanwhile, make the sabayon: Put about 1 inch of water in a saucepan and bring to a simmer
over medium-high heat.
3. In a heatproof bowl that can rest in the saucepan without touching the water, beat the egg yolks
and sugar with a large whisk, making sure to scrape the sides of the bowl. Add the wine and salt
and beat until foamy. Set the bowl on the pan and continue whisking constantly, moving in a
circular motion around the bowl, until the eggs can hold a thick ribbon, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove
from the heat and continue whisking to cool slightly. Serve the raspberries in shallow bowls or
small glasses with sabayon spooned on top.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Dried dates Pitted and chopped 1 ½ cups
Dried figs Chopped ½ cup
Water Cold 2 cups
Baking soda 1 teaspoon
Butter Softened 100g
Sugar Fine 1 cup
Egg Whole 2 pieces
Flour Self-rising 2 ½ cups
Dark chocolate Grated 75g
Ice cream Vanilla 4 scoops
Sugar Brown 2 cups
Cream Heavy 2 cups
Butter Unsalted 200g
Fig Cut in to 4 1 piece
Cream Whipped 1 spray bottle
Flowers Edible ¼ punnet
Method:
Name of dish: Lemon Souffle with Honey Cream Sauce Portion nos.: 6
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter six 12-ounce souffle dishes, and then dust with granulated
sugar. Whisk together yolks, flour, zest, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
2. Bring milk to a boil in a small saucepan. Slowly pour milk into yolk mixture, whisking constantly to
prevent yolks from cooking. Return mixture to pan, and whisk until thick like a pudding, 1 to 2
minutes. Strain through a sieve, and whisk in butter and lemon juice.
3. Beat whites until foamy. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar,
and beat until stiff peaks form. Stir a third of the whites into the yolk mixture. Gently fold in the
remaining whites using a rubber spatula.
4. Fill each souffle dish to the top, and smooth. Run your thumb around edges to remove batter from
rims.
5. Bake on a rimmed baking sheet until souffle rise and are golden, about 16 minutes. Dust with
confectioners' sugar, and serve immediately, before souffle lose their height.
6. Souffle can be prepared through step 4 and refrigerated for up to 3 hours. SERVING IDEA: Make
a warm honey sauce by heating 1/4 cup honey with a pinch of nutmeg over low heat until warm
and loosened, about 1 minute. Whisk in 2 tablespoons heavy cream, and bring to a boil. Make a
small hole in each souffle, and pour in sauce.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Plum Stoned and sliced 900g
Sugar Caster 140g
Cloves Fresh 1 tablespoon
Flour Plain (dusting) ½ cup
Shortcrust pastry Frozen 500g/ pack
Egg beaten 1 piece
Egg Yolk 4 pieces
Fresh milk Full cream 250ml
Method:
1. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6 and put a large baking sheet in to heat up. Put the plums, sugar
and cloves in a pan. Simmer until the sugar dissolves and the plums are juicy, 8-10 mins. Mix the
cornflour with a little of the juice, then mix well into the fruit. Boil for a few mins, stirring, until thickened.
2. For the custard, blend the yolks and sugar. Heat the milk, cream and vanilla in a pan until almost
boiling, then gently pour onto the egg mix, whisking constantly. Return to a clean pan and heat gently,
stirring, until the mix thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Cool quickly, then chill. Custard can be
made up to a day ahead and gently reheated.
3. Roll out two-thirds of the pastry on a floured surface. Use to line a pie dish, letting the pastry hang over
the edges a little. Fill with the plums. Roll out remaining pastry, about 2.5cm bigger than the dish, then
drape over the plums. Pinch edges together well, then make a small hole in the top. Brush with egg
and sprinkle with sugar. Can be assembled up to 1 day ahead. Place on the hot baking sheet. Bake for
25-30 mins until golden brown, and serve hot with the custard. Edible flowers and dust with icing sugar
on top for garnishes.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Cream Thickened 1.2 L
Instant coffee Granules 1 table spoon
Dark chocolate Grated 75g
Egg Yolk 8 pieces
Corn starch Flour 2 teaspoons
Sugar Caster 160g
Gelatine Powder 25g
Tia Maria Coffee liqueur 60ml
Almond Silvered ½ cup
Sugar Caster ½ cup
Water Cold 2 tablespoons
Method:
1. Divide cream into 2 separate saucepans, sprinkle coffee in one and chocolate in another, stir over low
heat.
2. In two other bowls, place 4 egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of cornflour and 80g sugar in each and beat to
combine, then add hot chocolate cream to one bowl. Return to low heat and stir until slightly thickened.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Raspberries Frozen 300g
Sugar Caster ¾ cup
Water Cold 2 tablespoon
Flour Plain 1 cup (150g)
Cocoa Powder 30g
Water Cold 2 tablespoons
Egg Lightly whisked 3 pieces
Fresh milk Full cream 1 ¼ cups (310ml)
Butter Melted, cooled 30g
Dark chocolate Chopped 200g
Cream Thickened 150ml
Butter Melted to grease 50g
Cream Whipped 1 spray bottle
Ice cream Hazelnut 6 scoops
Method:
1. Combine the raspberries, sugar and water in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cover and cook for 5
minutes or until raspberries are soft. Transfer to a fine sieve over a bowl. Set aside for 30 minutes to
drain. Set syrup aside to cool.
2. Meanwhile, combine the flour, cocoa and extra sugar in the bowl of a food processor. Whisk the egg,
milk and butter in a bowl. With the motor running, add the egg mixture to the flour mixture. Process until
smooth. Transfer to a jug. Cover. Set aside for 30 minutes to rest.
3. Place the chocolate and cream in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan half-filled with simmering water
(make sure the bowl doesn't touch the water). Stir with a metal spoon until the chocolate melts and the
mixture is smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
Commodities
Item Specification Weight kg/l/unit
Mars bars Finely chopped 5 x 53g
Milk cooking chocolate Coarsely chopped 200g
Cream Thickened 375ml (1 ½ cups)
Egg Separated 3 pieces
Icing sugar Mixture 1 tablespoon
Caramel Sauce 80ml
Method:
1. Finely chop 4 of the Mars bars and place in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the chocolate and cream.
Microwave on High, stirring every minute, for 8-10 minutes or until the mixture is melted and smooth.
Set aside for 10 minutes to cool slightly.
2. Use a balloon whisk to whisk yolks into chocolate mixture. Place in fridge for 30 minutes to chill.
3. In a clean bowl, use electric beaters with a whisk attachment to whisk the egg whites until soft peaks
form. Add the icing sugar mixture and whisk until well combined and glossy. Set aside.
4. Use beaters with a clean whisk attachment to whisk the chocolate mixture until it begins to hold its
shape and a ribbon trail forms when the beaters are lifted. Do not overbeat. Gradually fold in the egg
white mixture until well combined. Spoon into 6 serving glasses. Place in the fridge for 2 hours to chill
and set.
5. Cut the remaining Mars bar into slices and place on top of the mousse. Drizzle with caramel sauce and
serve.
B) What are the basic preparations that will be used in a wide variety of desserts? Please mention any four.
1. Use the different textures from the fruit and sponge cake, and the creamy sabayon, which is on
the tart side, to balance the sweetness of the fruit and honey.
2. Warmth from the broiler will contrast the lower temperature of the other components.
3. You don’t always have to use fruit. If you are in an area that doesn’t produce much fruit in the
shoulder seasons, use other ingredients.
4. For custard base, blend the yolks and sugar. Then whisk the whites separately and then combine
them later for fluffy texture.
3. List all essential equipment and utensils required for the preparation of the listed pastes and pastry
products, and explain the general hygiene and safety requirements for preparing and using these:
4. What are the nutritional aspects which apply for desserts, pastries, cakes and yeast goods? Which
factors need to be considered to lower carbohydrates and fat, substitute sugar, increase fibre and make
adjustments for general dietary requirements and allergies?
1-4°C
6. Explain the following production methods for short paste including points of care:
7. Provide the ingredients and ratios of ingredients for the following pastes:
Ingredients Ratio
The main ingredients are fat, flour, water and The basic ratio for this paste is 1 : 2 : 4;
salt. For lining of moulds the water in the meaning 1 part liquid : 2 parts fat : 4 parts
recipe can be partly replaced with egg to flour and the rub-in-method is used. Some
provide more stability. pastry chefs also refer to it as a 2 : 1 ratio,
meaning 2 parts flour : 1 part of fat, as the
Ingredients Ratio
The base recipe for this paste is 1 : 2 : 3, The base recipe for this paste is 1 : 2 : 3,
which equates to 1 part sugar, 2 parts fat and which equates to 1 part sugar, 2 parts fat and
3 parts flour. Egg is usually used to bind the 3 parts flour. Egg is usually used to bind the
ingredients with approximately 1 egg used ingredients with approximately 1 egg used
per 80g of sugar. This produces a soft pastry. per 80g of sugar. This produces a soft pastry.
If you use water instead of egg the pastry will If you use water instead of egg the pastry will
be firmer. be firmer.
8. What is Danish Paste? How is it produced? Provide the production steps for 4 different varieties of
Danish pastries:
9. Explain processes which helps puff pastry to rise? How is this done correctly? Which techniques and
combinations should be used?
Puff pastry is made by stretching and folding a paste repeatedly. The rise is achieved by lamination
and the steam created during baking. Lamination refers to the rolling and folding of a paste so that a
laminated structure is obtained. A single turn means that the rolled pastry sheet is folded over by one
third, then folded again to create 3 layers. A double turn means that both sides are brought into the
centre and then folded together so it resembles a book, resulting in 4 layers. You should not do more
than the number of turns given above, otherwise the layering will be destroyed and less rise will occur.
Always rest the paste after rolling, to prevent shrinkage and relax the gluten. Frozen puff paste stores
very well and freezing helps to set the layers.
Roll the paste evenly to about 2-3cm thickness at each turn. If you pin it out any thinner you may
squeeze out the butter in the process and the product will not rise as well. Dust the paste very lightly,
as excessive flour will interfere with the baking process. Roll into a rectangle with straight sides for
evenness and remove any surplus flour in between turns.
Each time you complete a turn, mark the paste by indenting it slightly with your fingers. Make a single
indentation for each single turn and a double indentation for each double turn. For each new turn you
must repeat the previous set of indentations and add a new indentation for the last turn.
10. List the ratio of ingredients and the preparation method of a Genoese sponge including points of care:
11. Provide 4 different examples with applications for products each, for sweet and savoury fillings, Icings
and toppings.
How are these fillings, icings and toppings prepared?
What must be considered when coating cakes with icing?
Icings need to be spread evenly around sides and top of cake to ensure even coverage without
gaps, indents or exposed areas, particularly on edges.
12. How will you set up and prepare the ice cream machine for use to ensure it is safe to operate, and is
correctly cleaned and sanitised?
Set the freezer at the coolest setting. Criteria which must be addressed include, check
Place the kitchen aid freezer bowl in the cord for fraying, clean internal parts in
freezer at least 15 hours and use the dishwasher, sanitize inside parts using a food
bowl immediately upon removal from the safe disinfectant/sanitizer, assemble and adjust
freezer, as it thaws quickly. as required, use gloves for assembly, have
Turn the stand mixer to off and unplug sterilized utensils to fill machine and remove
the mixer from the electric outlet. product, have a container for finished product
Remove the mixing bowl. Place the readily available in freezer. Communicate any
dasher inside the freezer bowl and malfunctions or get advice if not sure about
secure the freeze bowl on mixer. Some operation.
tilt-head models will require an adapter
ring. For a bowl-lift model, if the bowl pin
is too short or too long to snap into the
spring latch, remove and rotate the bowl
so the opposite bowl pin faces the spring
latch.
Slip the drive assembly onto the motor
head and press upward until it is
securely in place. For a tilt-model, lower
the motor head completely and place the
locking lever in the lock position. For a
bowl-model raise the bowl.
Plug the mixer in. set the mixer to stir
speed and pour the ice cream or other
frozen treat natter into the freeze bowl.
Mix 20 to 30 minutes or to desired
consistency. Add any solid ingredients
such as chocolate chips or nuts for 12-15
minutes into the mixing process. If the
dasher begins to slip and make a clicking
noise, this is an indicator that the ice
cream is done. Remove the dasher and
the freeze bowl and transfer the ice
cream with a rubber spatula to dessert
dishes or to an airtight container for
storage.
13. You are working in the dessert section. For a function tomorrow night you receive the following special
dietary requests: Complete the table with the correct details to be considered
Mohammed, Low
Table 2 carbohydrate Artificial sweeteners,
Sugar, flour
stevia, almond meal and Chia Pudding with
nuts for use in pastry Almond Milk
alternatives
14. What are the potential implications for customers who suffer from the following food allergies? What are
the legal implications for you as a chef if you fail to follow instructions for ingredients and preparation,
where you fail to ensure these are being met?
Legal Implications
Always consider the effects on the individuals, as an incorrectly prepare menu item could cause
severe distress and adverse health effects. Furthermore, the legal implications as any injury or
pain caused could lead to claims and associated costs to the enterprise and the chef personally.
Whilst there are statutory minimums under the Civil Liability Act in personal injury cases, the chef
could expose his employer to liability with the employer being vicariously liable for the chef’s
negligent act. The employer may then have recourse against the employee, depending on the
circumstances and intent of the employee.
As a general guideline we must not prepare or serve a meal for customer with a specific condition
if we are unsure about the exact requirements. Customer with a critical dietary requirements will
usually provide a list from a dietitian or medical practitioner which will clearly specify which food or
ingredients that must be voided, if we are then unsure, we need to consult with the immediate
supervisor.
15. Explain the following production methods for fruit-based sauces and explain the economic advantages
and cost factors for the different methods:
Fresh blending process Mix the fruit and simply crush it for a rougher,
chunkier, salsa style texture, or blend it with icing
sugar and strain for a smooth finish. Citrus juice,
alcohol and spices can be added for variation and
to highlight or support flavours. This type of sauce
will have a fresh flavour, but will lose its fresh
taste quickly and should only be produced in
small quantities
Stock syrup process For instant fresh sauces you can also blend any
fruit with stock syrup. This sauce will last longer
than a sauce based on icing sugar. This process
can also be adapted similar to the jam process,
where the syrup is boiled with the fruit, citrus juice
and cinnamon to 105°C, then strained and poured
into sterilised containers. Stock syrup will provide
16. What are the production methods for the following variations of custard-based sauces?
Anglaise based Fresh Anglaise mixture is produced, strained and then served on the side
of desserts. If it is to be used warm it might be stabilised with corn flour or
a small amount of custard powder as the starch will prevent the mixture
from splitting. If keeping it in a bain-marie make sure it is suspended above
the heat and keep the temperature at ~80°C otherwise the protein will
solidify, appearing as specks in the sauce
Custard based Boil the milk and sugar, add the diluted custard powder and bring the
mixture to the boil. Take care not to burn it on the bottom. Strain the sauce
and store with a cartouche or coating of icing sugar on the top to prevent
the forming of skin. This sauce will also keep in the bain-marie and is
cheaper to produce. It is often used for bulk catering. Use 10-12% starch to
liquid, depending on the thickness of the required end product. Custard
base sauces can be varied by adding flavours such as brandy, chocolate
or hazelnut
18. Provide a description for the following types of thickeners and suggest a menu use for each type:
Coconut taipo
Are diluted and added to a hot It used for thickening.
Cornflour, arrowroot and other
liquid for thickening. Consider Consider the temperature
starches
the temperature requirements requirement for the different
for the different types of types of starches
starches.
19. What are the key aspects which should be considered for decorating and portioning desserts? Which
rules commonly apply?
Decoration and presentation of desserts is extremely important to customers, who often perceive
desserts as decadent and celebratory. Decoration can be as simple as dusting icing sugar over the
dessert or onto the plate.
In most cases the desired outcome is a combination of colour, height, flavour and texture to highlight
certain aspects of desserts. Fresh fruit, tuiles, chocolate shavings and toasted nuts or praline add
interest and appeal. Remember that the garnish needs to complement the dish and its key ingredient.
The latter aspect is very important when adding spices or herbs, as a cinnamon quill or too much
vanilla can potentially cover the taste and aroma of the main ingredient, e.g. in a dessert using apples,
pears or quinces.
Sauces are also used extensively to either add colour, e.g. a raspberry coulis; or richness, e.g. a
vanilla sauce. Sauces are also used effectively for feathering and other presentation-enhancing
techniques.
When portioning desserts it is important to know correct portion sizes and the cost impacts. Serving
size depends on the enterprise and location. In the country you often serve larger portions and more
hearty desserts. For degustation menus you have small portions with interesting variations or flavours.
In general a mousse or Bavarian cream will be 80-100g per serve. Cakes can be larger at ~200g per
serve. Ice cream varies between 100-200g depending on the type of ice cream and its
accompaniments. Using a total serving size of 750-1000g for a 3-course meal or degustation is useful
20. You are preparing for service of desserts. Which aspects should you consider for the following key
points? For each point provide 1 example of how this can be achieved using some of your menu
examples as a reference.
Texture
What is the desired texture of the dish and would Use of crumble on top of a fruit
it be improved if a contrasting texture is added i.e. filling, wafers with ice cream,
crunchy versus smooth sesame seed wafers with brûlée
Flavour
Flavours combined on the plate should either be Chocolate Bavarois with raspberry
supportive of each other or supply contrast coulis, hazelnut pudding with
cocoa sauce
Height
Dishes that show height create a sense of Using nougatine to envelop
expectation and guide the eye. Height can be orange parfait, form chocolate
created by stacking food or adding components to curls to add to ice cream and
increase the eye appeal desserts, bake rum baba in
timbale and garnish the top with
fresh fruit for extra height
Temperature
Incorrect temperature will mean that the customer Passionfruit parfait on Kueh Lapis
receives a sub-standard item. Melted ice cream served on chilled plate, Berry and
on a warm plate is not appealing, nor is a pudding Mango tartlet on room
served on a chilled plate. Serve cold food on cold temperature plate
plates and warm food on warmed plates or dishes
22. You have prepared a selection of different desserts, pastries, cakes and yeast goods. How would you
present these for sale for individual servings, as part of function/buffet or on display?
Which principles for presentation must be considered? Provide a detailed overview of the hygiene,
handling and storage requirements (including labelling) for all types of desserts, sauces, cakes pastries
and preparations. Consider the production processes, as well as display and sale, including packaging
for take-away provisions:
Individual Serving:
In a restaurant, most dishes will be served on plates or in bowls. There is a wide variety available and
dishes should be chosen to complement the style of the restaurant and the individual menu items. The
plate should be chosen so that it suits the overall presentation of the dish
Serving from the display:
In a patisserie, whole pastries or individual serves may be placed on display for customers to choose from.
Cake stands, platters, boards and other display items may be used to enhance the presentation of the
dish.
Pastry items may be served as part of a petits fours selection. The presentation of petits fours will depend
on the occasion and service style. For an accompaniment with coffee, usually a selection of biscuits and
small baked items is served. A large hotel with a pastry kitchen will likely offer these as part of a selection
usually including delicate small tartlets, etc.
Function / buffet:
For high tea, petits fours may also be offered as a varied selection of all types on a tiered stand for each
table, or if served as part of a buffet, different varieties will be available separately on large platters or
mirrors. For sweet buffets this would include showpieces on each platter, glass or crystal ware.
It is important to ensure an appealing flow and design when arranging these. This would include a
variation of shapes, consistencies and colours arranged to highlight contrasts and textures. Other creative
options for arranging pastry items for buffets may include showpieces used for display made from tulip
paste and chocolate.
Principals of Presentation:
It is important to ensure an appealing flow and design when arranging these. This would include a
variation of shapes, consistencies and colours arranged to highlight contrasts and textures. Other creative
options for arranging pastry items for buffets may include showpieces used for display made from tulip
paste and chocolate.
Closed-in units house dry varieties of pastry products. The storage time should not exceed 2 hours and
they have to be emptied at the end of the day, cleaned and sanitised before any product is stored the next
day. Any leftover items have to be refrigerated.
23. Describe the cookery methods, menu examples and processes involved in producing desserts?
Boiling This cooking technique involves submerging food in water that has been heated to the
boiling point of 212 degrees Fahrenheit. The boiling water produces large bubbles,
which keep foods in motion while they cook. The expression slow boil means that the
water has just started to produce large, slow-moving bubbles but is not quite heated
to the boiling temperature. A full boil occurs at the boiling point and results in fast-
moving, rolling bubbles. Steam is also released from the water as it boils.
Classic chocolate mousse, custards, boiled pudding.
Poaching This involves a small amount of hot liquid, ideally at a temperature between 160 and
180F.
The cooking liquid is normally water, but you can also use broth, stock, milk or juice.
Common foods cooked by poaching include eggs, fruits for fruit tarts.
Stewing The food is sautéed or seared first, and then cooked in liquid, but normally uses
smaller ingredients.
24. Modify vanilla bean panna cotta and tiramisu with following lifestyle dietary requirements:
Diet Modification
Vegan Vanilla bean panna cotta:
Tiramisu:
Tiramisu:
Tiramisu:
25. Calculations
The recipe for a Brioche Bread and Butter Pudding yields 6 Portions.
a) Calculate the costs for each ingredient and enter these in the column “Actual Cost”
b) Add the costs of all ingredients and enter the sum in the field “Total Cost”.
c) Calculate the cost per portion and enter the result in the field “Portion Cost”
Commodities
Weight
Item Specification kg/l/Unit Cost per kg/l/Unit Actual cost
Brioche loaf Eac
0.500 batch $8.50 h $8.00
Butter
0.050 kg $7.20 Kg $7.15
Caster sugar
0.120 kg $2.20 Kg $2.08
Portion
Cost $14.03