Cakes and Fondant Fundamentals

A beginner’s class in cake decorating, and introduction to tools and materials.

What will you learn in this workshop?

To prepare different types of sponge cakes and fillings
How to level and cut a sponge cake, fill it and cover it with fondant
How to color the fondant with edible colors
How to recognize the different types of sugar paste and know when to use each one of them
How to cover a cake with fondant and decorate it
How to use specific tools for decorating and create decorations such as flowers, bows and modeled figures at a basic level

What does the workshop include?

The workshop includes all the necessary tools, materials and ingredients required to decorate a cake (including a sponge cake).

How long does the workshop take?

The workshop lasts approximately 6 hours.

Who can enroll to this class?

This class is suitable for beginners with very little to no experience.

Acquired skills:

Cake baking and buttercream preparation. Cut, level, fill and cover a sponge cake with fondant. Create borders, texturized effects, bows, simple flowers and a 3D figurine. Use plastic and silicone molds.