12 Week Masterclass

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Description

Join our 12 Week Cake Masterclass and master cakes, cupcakes, buttercream, sugarpaste, and much more! This fun yet professional course equips you with the skills to create beautiful baked goods and gives you the confidence to start your own cake business. Perfect for aspiring bakers ready to turn their passion into a profitable venture. With a very high success rate, many of our students have gone on to launch their own thriving businesses. Throughout the course, you'll receive expert guidance, practical tips, and creative inspiration to help you stand out in the competitive cake industry. Whether you want to bake for fun or build a career, this masterclass is your first step to sweet success.

We will provide you with all the equipment you need, you will take home everything you make. Note pads, pens, drinks and snacks included.

PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE - SECURE YOUR PLACE WITH A £200 DEPOSIT!

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

*KLARNA pay (available at checkout)

*Alternative payment plans are available - Please feel free to WhatsApp our team on: 07741892095

LEVEL: Course is suitable for all levels. Beginners, hobby bakers & advanced - ideal for those wanting to setup their own cake buisness!

AGE: 12 +

DATE: Starts 15th October

TIME: 6pm - 9pm (class can sometimes run over - 30 min max) - Session start from the 15th October 2026

CONTACT:

Any further questions? Please feel free to WhatsApp our team on: 07741892095

Please check out using ANY future date.

Pay by Klarna option available at checkout.

Location: 37 Church Street, Accrington, BB5 2EN

What's Included

Week 1 – Cupcake Decorating / Social Media Startup

Buttercream piping
Colour mixing
Basic decorating techniques
Professional presentation

Week 2 – Dirty Icing & Buttercream Skills

Crumb coating
Smooth buttercream finish
Sharp edges
Palette knife techniques
Buttercream consistency

Week 3 – Vintage Piped & Drip Cakes

Vintage/Lambeth piping
Borders and scrollwork
Chocolate Moulds
Perfect drip techniques
Modern cake styling

Week 4 – Sugarpaste Toppers & Cake Boards

Working with sugarpaste
Modelling simple figures and decorations
Covering and decorating cake boards
Professional finishing touches

Week 5 – Cake Preparation

Baking consistent sponge cakes
Levelling and torting
Filling cakes correctly
Ganache vs buttercream
Preparing cakes ready for decorating
Freezing and storing cakes

Week 6 – Sugarpaste Cakes

Covering cakes with fondant
Sharp edges
Covering tall cakes
Professional finishes
Decorative sugarpaste techniques

Week 7 – Health, Hygiene & Business Start-Up

Food hygiene essentials
Allergens and food safety
Environmental Health requirements
Equipment checklist
Pricing your cakes
Setting up your cake business
Marketing and social media
Customer enquiries and bookings

Weeks 8 & 9 – Advanced Buttercream & Tiered Cakes

Advanced buttercream finishes
Tall cakes
Stacking and dowelling
Tiered cake construction
Transporting tiered cakes safely
Professional finishing techniques

Week 10 – Doughnut Tower

Building a professional doughnut tower
Chocolate work
Colour coordination
Event styling
Display and presentation

Week 11 – Real Client Cake

Put everything you've learnt into practice by creating a complete celebration cake from start to finish, working to a real client-style brief with guidance throughout.

Week 12 – Exclusive 1:1 Business Experience with Zara

Spend half a day working alongside Zara inside a real cake business.

You'll experience:

Behind-the-scenes of a working cake studio
Time management and workflow
Customer orders
Daily business operations
Professional decorating techniques
Packaging and collections
Business tips and advice
A one-to-one Q&A where you can ask anything about cakes or running your own business

Allergens

Wheat flour (wheat), sugar, egg, butter, vegetable oil & fat, candy sugar syrup, raising agent (sodium hydrogen carbonate), soy flour (soya), salt, cinnamon.

ALL products include wheat/gluten, eggs, milk, sugar & sulphites.

MAY CONTAIN NUTS. Suitable for vegetarians.

General Information

Arrival: Please arrive 5 - 10 minutes before your workshop start time so we can begin promptly.

Parking: There is on-street parking nearby and public car parks on Church Street, just a short walk from the cake school.

Refreshments: Most classes include drinks and snacks, please check the individual workshop description for what’s provided.

Age guidance: Age suitability is shown on each workshop. Children’s classes are designed for specific age ranges.

Cancellations & transfers: Workshop bookings are non-refundable. In some cases we may be able to transfer you to another date, subject to availability and at Zara Cakes’ discretion, please see our Refund Policy for full details.

Accessibility & additional needs: If you or a guest has disabilities or extra support needs, please tell us when you book so we can advise on the best class and any adjustments we can make.

Location: All parties are hosted at our Accrington studio: 37 Church Street, Accrington, BB5 3EZ.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where do the workshops take place?

A: Our classes run at Zara Cake School in Accrington : 37 Church Street, Accrington, BB5 3EN.

Q: What do I need to bring with me?

A: Just yourself, we provide all ingredients, tools, aprons and packaging for you to take your treats home.

Q: Do I get to take everything I make home?

A: Yes, you’ll box up your bakes at the end of the class to take home and enjoy.

Q: Can you cater for dietary requirements or allergies?

A: We work with ingredients that may contain common allergens but some classes can be adapted – please tell us about any allergies before booking so we can advise.

Q: How long does a workshop last?

A: Most workshops are around 2 hours, but some special classes may run longer, timings are listed on each workshop page.

Q: Can parents stay during children’s workshops?

A: Yes, but space is limited, so usually one or two adults can stay. You can also pop out for a coffee and return just before the end. For younger children or those with additional needs, we recommend an adult stays with them.

Q: Do you cater for disabilities or additional needs in workshops?

A: Yes, we’ll always do our best to help. Please contact us before booking to discuss access, sensory needs or extra support so we can advise on the most suitable workshop.