Online Class: Cake Decorating
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18Lessons
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30Exams &
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6,967Students
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14Hours
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1.4CEUs
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Video Audit
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Course Description
Have you ever felt a rush of excitement at the sight of a beautifully decorated cake—its intricate details and layers of artistry capturing everyone’s attention? Imagine being the person behind that magic, transforming flour and sugar into edible masterpieces that become the centerpiece of celebrations. Welcome to Cake Decorating where cake decorating is more than just a skill; it’s a journey of creativity, joy, and self-expression.
This course is not just about learning; it’s about embracing your passion. Perhaps you’ve always been drawn to the artistry of delicate sugar flowers or the elegance of marbled fondant. Maybe you dream of surprising loved ones with custom creations that reflect their personalities, or you’ve wondered how to turn your love for baking into a profitable business. Whatever your aspiration, this course is designed to turn your inspiration into reality.
In Cake Decorating, we start by building a strong foundation. From understanding the essential baking techniques for light, fluffy layers to exploring a range of frostings and fillings, you’ll gain the confidence to experiment and create. And with each new technique, you won’t just follow instructions—you’ll understand why they work, giving you the freedom to innovate and improvise.
But it’s not just about technique. This course takes you on a journey where each cake tells a story. Whether it’s a whimsical children’s birthday cake, an elegant wedding confection, or a modern holiday design, you’ll learn to imbue every creation with purpose and personality. We’ll explore how to bring your vision to life with themed cakes, sculpted decorations, and color palettes that evoke emotion and mood.
Throughout the course, you’ll master essential tools like marzipan, buttercream, royal icing, and fondant to achieve the finish you envision. You’ll dive deep into the techniques of crafting detailed elements—creating lifelike flowers, sophisticated borders, and stunning embellishments that elevate each cake from ordinary to extraordinary.
However, we know that even the most experienced decorators face challenges. That’s why you’ll also learn how to troubleshoot and recover from mishaps, ensuring that every challenge becomes an opportunity for creativity. You’ll gain the confidence to experiment, knowing that you have the knowledge to handle any situation.
Our course goes beyond individual lessons—it’s about exploring new horizons. Stay ahead of trends with advanced techniques, from the luxurious sheen of ganache to the dramatic flair of hand-painted cakes. You’ll even uncover the secrets of creating flawless, professional finishes using gum paste, rolled fondant, and cutting-edge decorative methods.
Why choose Cake Decorating? Because it’s more than a course—it’s a transformation. It’s about finding the joy in creating something beautiful, embracing your unique style, and sharing your creations with the world. By the end of this course, you won’t just be following recipes; you’ll be confidently crafting your own visions and bringing them to life in stunning, unforgettable cakes.
So, are you ready to begin your journey? Let’s take that first step together, and turn your passion into a fulfilling, creative adventure. Whether you’re baking for joy, celebrations, or your future business, this course is your key to unlocking a world of endless possibilities. Your masterpiece awaits—let’s start creating.
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Getting Started
When you envision a masterpiece, it’s essential to first lay a strong foundation. This lesson is the cornerstone, showing you what tools to use, why planning matters, and how to set yourself up for success.Lesson 2: Cake Decorating Tools and Work Space
Cake decorating isn’t just an art form; it’s a craft that can relieve stress, ignite creativity, and bring immense satisfaction. It’s about expressing yourself and sharing your joy with others.Lesson 3: Baking Your First Cake
Every great cake starts with a clear vision and a solid plan. The allure of cake design lies in its blend of creativity and precision, and understanding how to approach it is key to a successful final product. Imagine setting out to bake an elaborate tiered cake, inspired by a delicate floral theme or perhaps an elegant minimalist style.Lesson 4: The 411 on Cake Baking Basics
When embarking on a new endeavor like cake decorating, it’s natural to feel a mix of excitement and apprehension. The first steps can seem intimidating, especially when faced with techniques like fondant application, piping, and tier construction.Lesson 5: Basic Cake Decorating Recipes
Embarking on the journey of baking a cake from scratch can be both thrilling and rewarding. The key to success is understanding that every element, from choosing ingredients to applying the final decorations, requires thoughtful preparation and attention to detail.Lesson 6: Icing, Glaze, and Filling Choices
Crafting a cake involves more than just its structural elements—it’s about creating the perfect harmony of flavors and textures. From the glossy elegance of fondant icing to the soft decadence of buttercream and the intricate art of filling layers, each element plays a vital role in the cake’s final impact.Lesson 7: Decorating With Buttercream Icing
Buttercream icing is a classic choice for cake decorating, prized for its smooth, creamy texture and versatility. Whether you’re aiming to create intricate flowers, elegant borders, or a simple yet delicious layer of frosting, buttercream is the go-to icing for decorators of all skill levels.Lesson 8: Decorating With Royal Icing
Royal icing, also known as glace royale, is a cornerstone of cake decoration. It is celebrated for its versatility, durability, and its ability to create intricate designs. From delicate lace patterns on wedding cakes to the robust construction of gingerbread houses, royal icing is the glue and decorative flourish behind many a confectionary marvel.Lesson 9: The Piping Bag
A great deal of cake decorating does require the use of a piping bag. Making and using a piping bag does scare off many cooks, but it really is not difficult to master, as this lesson will demonstrate.Lesson 10: Mastering Sugar Flowers and Gum Paste Creations
Decorating with sugar flowers and gum paste creations adds an air of sophistication and elegance to your cakes. Sugar flowers, ribbons, bows, and other decorative pieces crafted from gum paste can elevate any cake from ordinary to extraordinary.Lesson 11: Fruits, Flowers, Fun, and Fancy
In this lesson, we delve into the timeless art of decorating cakes with icing roses, sugar-frosted flowers, fruits, and techniques like stippling. Mastering these techniques adds elegance, charm, and a touch of nature to your cakes, making them feel sophisticated and special.Lesson 12 : Wedding Cakes
Forget traditional! Today's wedding cakes are rising to a whole new level of creativity. In this lesson, you will learn current decorating trends.Lesson 13: Decorative Children's Cakes
Now that you've gained some confidence and skill with icings and decorations, it’s time to channel that creativity into crafting cakes for children. These cakes allow you to unleash your imagination, creating fun, colorful designs that bring joy and delight to kids.Lesson 14: Holiday and Celebration Cakes
Celebrating holidays and special occasions with beautifully decorated cakes has been a tradition for generations. As you enhance your cake-baking skills, these events offer an opportunity to showcase your creativity and express joy through your delicious art.Lesson 15: Cool Theme Cakes
Cake decorating has transformed over the years from simple buttercream designs to detailed, personalized masterpieces. Whether you’re crafting a cake for a birthday, anniversary, or a just-because celebration, incorporating themes is a great way to add a personal touch that leaves a lasting impression.Lesson 16: Making Artful, Delectable Cupcakes
Creating cupcakes is a unique opportunity to blend art and taste in a smaller, more personalized package. While the principles behind baking cakes still apply, cupcakes offer a new canvas for creativity.Lesson 17: Express Your Creativity
Marzipan is more than just an icing; it’s a versatile confection used to elevate cake designs and inspire creativity. Known for its pliable consistency and mildly sweet, nutty flavor, marzipan offers endless possibilities for shaping, molding, and crimping.Lesson 18: Some More Cake and Frosting Recipes
From classic white and chocolate cakes to versatile icings like buttercream, royal icing, and fondant, these detailed guides and step-by-step instructions empower bakers to explore their creativity and elevate their cake designs with professional touches and artistic flair.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the tools and workspace needed to decorate a cake.
- Describe how to plan and design a cake.
- Summarize the best cake decorating recipes.
- Describe icing, glazing and filling techniques.
- Demonstrate decorating cakes with butter cream icing.
- Demonstrate decorating cakes with royal icing.
- Demonstrate creating cake decorations using a piping bag.
- Summarize methods used to decorate cakes with gum paste.
- Describe procedures involved in decorating wedding cakes, children's cakes, holiday and celebration cakes.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information
- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media
Student Testimonials
- "This was an excellent class. I learned quite a bit--especially in the last class. I can't really think of anything that would improve it." -- Susan D.
- "This course was excellent, really helped build my confidence to be able to go forward with skills I learnt, Nancy was so knowledgeable and encouraging." -- Fiona B.
- "I had a great time. I loved this course and will be taking others, I really enjoyed the instructor." -- Connie C.
- "This course was very helpful and was lots of fun." -- Melanie S.
- "She was super nice and helpful." -- Gina B.
- "I think the instructor was great....she answered my questions and has been patient in waiting for the pictures. I found the reading material helpful as well as the videos." -- Sandra R.
- "You're a great instructor! :)" -- Sheri S.
- "I found all parts of the course very helpful, as it was easy to understand more about icing, fondants...storage of cakes...also the links were a great guideline in finding what I need to." -- Sheri S.
- "This whole course was very helpful to me, I really did enjoy the whole course, I learned so much, taking this class and I do plan on enrolling in another one just as soon as I complete this course." -- Vanessa J.
- "Having my instructor on hand at all times to help was great. Great fun great instructor, wish I'd done it earlier." -- Nikki W.
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