Pierre Hermé-Inspired Vanilla Tart & Mogador French Macarons
Welcome to February 2026 in Le Baking Club! This month we are making Vanilla Tarts AND Mogador French Macarons, both inspired by pastry chef Pierre Hermé.
Course Overview
Pierre Hermé-Inspired Vanilla Tart Recipe
Vanilla 101 - Kate Banks, CEO & Owner of Vain Vanilla
Pierre Hermé Mogador French Macarons
Heather's Double Chocolate Babka
Feb 7th - Pierre Hermé-Inspired Vanilla Tart + Q&A with Kate Banks Live Class Recording
Feb 7th Class Prep Notes & Recommended Equipment List
Feb 21st @ 1pm ET - Pierre Hermé Mogador French Macarons + Special Guest Heather Thomas Live Class
Feb 21st Class Prep Notes & Recommended Equipment List
Pierre Hermé-Inspired Vanilla Tart Recipe
Introduction
Recipe Components
Let's Talk Vanilla
Vanilla Mousse Domes
Whipped Vanilla Ganache
Making the Pâte Sablée
Lining the Tart Pans
Make the Madeleine Cake
Vanilla Ganache
The Mirror Glaze
Assembly
A Side-by-Side Comparison
Make Ahead
Final Thoughts
French Macaron Module