Cherry Bakewells (S05E01)

Explore the fascinating process behind the production of 250,000 cherry bakewell tarts daily at a factory in Stoke-on-Trent. Discover the secret behind creating the perfect shortcrust pastry and meet the dedicated team of 12 who meticulously place a cherry atop each tart by hand. Learn tips for avoiding a soggy pastry bottom when baking at home, and see how almonds are roasted and ground into almond butter for spreading. Uncover the intriguing history of frangipane, the aromatic almond filling, and find out how the modern cherry bakewell originated from an unexpected mishap.