Vanilla Bean Caramels and Vanilla Bean Paste (Hands-On)
Be the envy of your friends after you learn to create the best melt-in-your-mouth caramels they’ve ever had. You’ll master the art of soft candy and homemade baking staples in this hands-on class with confectionery instructor Mary Adashek. You’ll learn essential methods for cooking and cutting smooth, chewy caramels, along with how to extract and blend real vanilla beans into a richly concentrated paste. This versatile kitchen skill adds depth of complexity and visual appeal to a plethora of baked goods, elevating your future creations.

In this class, you’ll learn to make and sample:  

• Vanilla Bean Caramels  

• Vanilla Bean Paste  
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This class is limited to just 20 guests. We recommend booking early to reserve your spot, so you won’t be disappointed.

About the Instructor: Mary Adashek is a self-taught confectionery expert and founder of Sweet Connection Classes in Cedarburg, WI. Since 2018, she has led hands-on candy-making workshops across southeastern Wisconsin, teaching everything from truffles to caramels to homemade candy bars. Known for her warm teaching style and approachable techniques, Mary shares her passion for sweets with enthusiasm and care in every class.