The Art of Dessert: Entremets and Petit Gateaux

The Art of Dessert: Master Entremets & Petit Gâteaux Like a Pro

Learn how to create luxury, high-end entremets and petit gâteaux with professional techniques in this beginner-friendly online course. Whether you’re a pastry student, cake artist, or self-taught baker, this course will teach you how to craft modern, multi-layered mousse cakes and elegant individual pastries with precision and style.

Designed for all skill levels, this course breaks down the fundamentals of entremet construction, including texture balance, glazing techniques, and artistic presentation—so you can create stunning desserts worthy of a fine dining experience.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The Structure of Entremets & Petit Gâteaux – Learn how to layer flavors, textures, and elements for a perfect bite.
  •  Mousse, Inserts & Cake Bases – Master essential components for silky, balanced desserts.
  • Glazes & Finishing Techniques – Create flawless mirror glazes, velvety textures, and modern garnishes.
  • Mold Selection & Dessert Assembly – Discover the best tools and techniques for professional-quality results.
  • Flavor Pairing & Ingredient Composition – Develop unique and well-balanced flavor profiles.
  • Production Workflow & Planning – Learn how to organize your pastry production like a pro.
  • Product & Equipment Guide – Get access to a curated list of professional tools and ingredients with direct links.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Pastry chefs & culinary students wanting to refine their skills outside the classroom.
  • Cake artists & treat makers looking to transition into luxury pastry.
  • Self-taught bakers ready to elevate their craft with professional techniques.
  • Food entrepreneurs wanting to sell high-end entremets & petit gâteaux.
  • Dessert lovers & pastry enthusiasts passionate about modern pastry design.

This self-paced, online course includes lifetime access, allowing you to learn at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime. Plus, you’ll receive direct consultation from Chef Andra for expert feedback and guidance.

Take your pastry skills to the next level! Enroll today and start creating luxury entremets and petit gâteaux with confidence.


Desserts included in the course:

The Cloud Entremet: Chocolate sponge cake, crispy hazelnut, pineapple compote, pineapple lime cremeux, pineapple confit, coriander milk chocolate mousse, and caramelia mirror glaze.

 The Trinity Entremet: Chocolate dacquoise, mango compote, passion fruit cremeux, gianduja mousse, multi-color mirror glaze.

The Bubble Petit Gateau: Pistachio cake, strawberry compote, pistachio cremeux, white chocolate pistachio mousse, mirror glaze, macarons.

The Perfume Petit Gateau: Soft Almond and lime dacquoise, strawberry and mint compote, lime cremeux, strawberry mousse, mirror glaze.

The Ring Petit Gateau: Short Dough, Caramel mousse, apple pannacotta, caramelia mirror glaze, white chocolate whipped ganache.

The Heartbreaker Entremet: Coconut dacquoise, mango passion fruit compote, raspberry and Yuzu Gelee, passion fruit and Yuzu cremeux, white chocolate Yuzu mousse

The Caramel Macchiato Entremet: Caramel Sponge, Coffee Chocolate Chocolate Cremeux, Caramel Cremeux, Coffee Cream Cheese Mousse, with a Caramel and Coffee Glaze and coffee Dulce de Leche macarons 

Student Reviews

5 star rating

Well thought out.

Chudney McNair

Chef Andra has masterfully put together courses that has elevated my approach to desserts. I have been studying The Art of Dessert for a month, and I'm eager...

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Chef Andra has masterfully put together courses that has elevated my approach to desserts. I have been studying The Art of Dessert for a month, and I'm eagerly ready to dive into my first entremet, the cloud.

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5 star rating

Another level of desserts

Maritza Pedroza

This course helps you to think more creative, not only for entremets, but for every dessert you want to make. It has elevated my techniques, and now my desse...

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This course helps you to think more creative, not only for entremets, but for every dessert you want to make. It has elevated my techniques, and now my desserts are in another level!!!

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5 star rating

This right here Is a must

stephanie Rivas

She is the best like this course is worth every penny !!!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭 im in loveeeeee pleasee purchaseee. youll be making and eating the treat the smelll OMG

She is the best like this course is worth every penny !!!!!! 😭😭😭😭😭 im in loveeeeee pleasee purchaseee. youll be making and eating the treat the smelll OMG

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5 star rating

Best Course Ever

firn breary

The best course ever. I’ve learned so much and can’t wait to take the next course

The best course ever. I’ve learned so much and can’t wait to take the next course

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Detail

Taminah Johnson

Step by step and your accuracy now I truly can do entremets, Gateaux. All I can say is Precisely done!!! Thank You 😊

Step by step and your accuracy now I truly can do entremets, Gateaux. All I can say is Precisely done!!! Thank You 😊

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Truly satisfied

Rasheen Perkins

This class surpassed my expectations and my expectations were already high!

This class surpassed my expectations and my expectations were already high!

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Detail

Taminah Johnson

Step by step and your accuracy now I truly can do entremets, Gateaux. All I can say is Precisely done!!! Thank You 😊

Step by step and your accuracy now I truly can do entremets, Gateaux. All I can say is Precisely done!!! Thank You 😊

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Course curriculum

Instructor(s)

Owner

Andra Dynese

Chef Andra Dynese is an experienced culinary and pastry artist based in Los Angeles, CA. She is the founder and instructor of Bougie Eats, an online pastry academy that brings her classroom into the homes of creatives worldwide, enabling them to learn elevated dessert techniques comfortably and at their own pace. With over 15 years of experience, Chef Andra has honed her skills in various esteemed restaurants, hotels, catering companies, culinary schools, and pastry boutiques. She has had the privilege of creating for celebrities such as Dave Chappelle, Questlove, Robert Glasper, Snoop Dogg, and Taylor Swift. Her expertise has led to brand partnerships with companies like Revol USA, Valrhona, Chef Rubber, Back to Zero Company, Zeelool, Felchlin, and Cacao Barry. Academically, Chef Andra holds an A.S. in Culinary Management, a B.S. in Event Management, and an M.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D., focusing her research on Black chefs in the restaurant industry. In addition to her role at Bougie Eats, Chef Andra serves as the Senior Director of Campus Dining and Hospitality for a nonprofit in Los Angeles and is an adjunct instructor at Long Beach City College. She has previously taught at various universities and colleges across the country, offering classes ranging from Artisan Breads and Pastries, Plated Desserts, Advanced Culinary, Chocolate and Confections, Food and Beverage Cost Control, to Event Management. Chef Andra has showcased her talents on Food Network, competing in two competitions, and owns The Service Boutique, a consulting firm specializing in hospitality organizations. Her dedication to the culinary arts and education has impacted over 2,000 students worldwide, making elevated desserts accessible and feasible through her online courses. For more information or to enroll in her courses, visit www.bougieeats.com.