Cake Decorating - Modern Techniques

About this course

Participants develop a cake from preparation through decoration, with step-by-step instruction on filling, crumb coating and stacking. The course introduces fondant covering and cake-topper modelling, alongside buttercream preparation and piping with different tips. The course also explores cutting and carving Madeira sponge into numbers and novelty forms for occasions such as birthdays and baby showers. Guidance covers finishing techniques, as well as boxing and transporting decorated cakes safely.

What you'll learn

• Prepare cakes by filling, crumb coating and stacking them.
• Apply fondant to cakes and model cake toppers.
• Make and pipe buttercream using a range of piping tips.
• Cut and carve Madeira sponge into numbers and novelty shapes.
• Finish, box and transport decorated cakes safely.

Is this course right for you?

The course is labelled All Levels and is intended for people trying cake decorating for the first time as well as home bakers seeking more polished finishes. Learners work on their own cakes and develop decorations through guided, practical processes.

• May suit both new cake decorators and home bakers refining their finishing techniques.

Before you go

• Participants must supply their own baked cakes and materials.
• The provider will advise what to bring for the first session.