Key Facts

  • Starting
    3 Nov 2026
    Location
    Wandsworth
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    13:00
    Duration
    5 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Tuesday
    Start Date
    3 Nov 2026
    Level
    Short Course
    Code
    WABX118TL

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 97.50
  • Starting
    18 Jan 2027
    Location
    Wandsworth
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    13:00
    Duration
    5 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Monday
    Start Date
    18 Jan 2027
    Level
    Short Course
    Code
    WABX120TL

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 97.50
Introduction to Cake Baking

Discover the secrets to baking irresistibly moist, fluffy, and flavourful cakes in this deliciously hands on Cake Baking course. Designed for home bakers, food lovers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. This course focuses on mastering the foundations of cake baking, from ingredient selection to perfect texture, your cakes not only look beautiful but taste incredible.

  • Entry Requirements


    This course is ideal for beginners

  • Course Content


    What You’ll Learn:

    • The science of cake baking: understanding ingredients and their functions

    • Mixing methods: creaming, reverse creaming, and one-bowl techniques

    • How to bake classic cake styles: vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, lemon, and more

    • Tips for achieving moisture, flavour depth, and consistent results

    • Flavour pairings, add-ins (fruit, nuts, chocolate chips), and simple fillings

    • Proper cooling, layering, and storage techniques for long-lasting freshness
  • Additional Information


    This course offers 50% reduction in price for students on low income or benefits.

    please bring your apron and a container to take your cake home. The tutor, Avion Blackwood, will contact you 2 days before the course starts to give a list of the ingredients you need to bring.

  • Course Structure


    • Duration, 5 weeks, 1 class per week

    • 3 hours per class

    • You will need to attend in person
  • Assessment Details


    Your teacher will give you feedback and advice. You'll work with your classmates to evaluate each other's work. You'll also complete an individual learning plan.