Information Package

Pastry and Bakery

PEP169

SYRUP-BASED DESSERTS

Course Code
PEP169
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
1 + 2
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelAssociate Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Can explain the historical and cultural development of syrupy desserts.
  2. Can apply appropriate dough, filling, and syrup techniques for different types of syrupy desserts.
  3. Can compare traditional and modern syrupy dessert production methods.
  4. Can professionally apply production, presentation, and product development processes in syrupy desserts.
  5. Understands the place and importance of syrup-based desserts and their preparation methods.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course is a theoretical and practical course covering the historical development, basic production techniques, and modern applications of syrup-based desserts. Within the scope of the course, students learn the production processes of traditional syrup-based desserts such as baklava, kadayıf, revani, tulumba, and künefe. In addition, syrup preparation techniques, dough structures, cooking methods, and presentation practices are addressed, enabling students to develop professional production skills.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Syrup-Based Desserts
2nd Week Syrup Techniques
3rd Week Basic Baklava Techniques
4th Week Pistachio or Walnut Baklava
5th Week Types of Kadayıf
6th Week Künefe and Hot Syrup-Based Desserts
7th Week Regional Syrup-Based Desserts
8th Week MIDTERM EXAM
9th Week Ottoman Palace Desserts
10th Week Syrup-Based Dough Desserts
11th Week Traditional Turkish Desserts
12th Week Modern Syrup-Based Dessert Applications
13th Week Product Development
14th Week Final Application
Recommended or Required ReadingIt consists of national and international gastronomy literature on Turkish and Ottoman culinary culture, traditional dessert production techniques, and syrup-based desserts.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 30
Practice 1 40
Total(%) 70
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 70
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 30
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework
Total Work Load0
Total Work Load / 30 (h)0
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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