What you'll learn
Learn how to cover a cake with smooth fondant with our cake baking & decorating courses in Sydney!
In this Fondant Cake Decorating Course, you will unlock some of the secrets behind fondant and ganache, and learn how to get a smooth finish on your cake, ready for decorating. You will also discover some creative tips and skills for achieving a professional finish using low-cost tools and equipment found in most kitchens. Once you have learned how to apply rolled fondant, you will get creative by sculpting some flower and leaf decorations to add to your cake.
All ingredients, “naked” cakes, tools and a take-home cake box are included in the course fee.
Please note: We are not able to provide substitute ingredients for people with allergies.
Course content
What will be covered in this fondant cake decorating course?
- Introduction to rolled fondant and chocolate ganache
- How to colour your own fondant
- Prepare, sandwich and mask a 7-inch chocolate mud cake with ganache (cake supplied)
- Apply rolled fondant, smooth and polish
- How to create simple fondant flower and leaf decorations
- Finishing and presentation
Intended audience
Who is this fondant cake decorating course for?
This course is for beginners who want to learn basic cake decorating skills.
Course venue
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
Course materials
What to bring to class
- An apron
- Closed-in shoes to wear
- If you have long hair, tie it back
- You may prefer to bring packed lunch, snacks and water, as choices are limited nearby
Additional information
Please note the following:
Accessibility: Please note there is no level access to the room for this class. Access is via approx. 20 steps.
Course testimonials
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Anggieta said: I enjoyed the class a lot. The teacher so supportive and she showed us how to do things clearly. She makes the class interesting and I learnt something new and made a big improvement in my fondant decorating!
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Erica said: Tutor was excellent in explaining Cake decorating techniques and was very approachable and helpful.
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Elaine said: Fun class that resulted in an impressive cake. Can't wait to do another class with Amber if I can
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Nicolle said: I learnt so much from the course and had a wonderful relaxing day.
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Mark said: Very much enjoyed my first cake decorating course. Amber was tremendous, with easily understandable instructions and everything went smoothly time-wise... she made everyone welcome. Highly rated instructor.
Course tutors
Amber Subaki
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