Cake Baking 1: Cupcakes - Jun 3rd

Jun 3rd | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$250 (Supplies Included)

Cupcakes

Designed as the perfect hand-held treat, Cupcakes are the ideal vessel to launch our deep dive into the art of cake baking! In the first of five Cake Baking Essentials Certificate classes, brought to you by NY Cake Academy’s Baking & Pastry Fundamentals, you’ll master the liquid-fat mixing method and the cake types that utilize it. Our expert instructors will guide you through the ingredient functionality and crumb structure of cupcakes, to discover first-hand how most cake recipes can be baked into cupcakes as you prepare three varieties. This lesson wouldn’t be complete without a crash course in piping techniques! Learn how to fill and use a piping bag, practice your piping techniques with various tips, and make various toppings for decoration, including a versatile American-style buttercream. By the end, you’ll be ready to show off your new skills to family and friends!

What You’ll Learn:

-Importance of ingredient functionality for cupcakes

-The liquid-fat mixing method

-Techniques for caramel preparation

-How to make a classic American-style buttercream

-Tips for piping cupcakes

What You’ll Bake:

-Carrot Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting 

-Chocolate Cupcakes with American Buttercream & Caramel Sauce 

-Yellow Cupcakes with American Buttercream

NY Cake Academy classes are held in our Manhattan flagship at 118 W 22nd St. All supplies and materials included, but if you require any special accomodations please don't hesitate to contact us at custom@nycakeacademy.com. Our classes are hands-on, interactive experiences. So, please dress accordingly. We recommend wearing casual clothing that you won’t mind getting a little sugar on, and flat comfortable shoes. Open toed shoes and sandals are not recommended as this is a safety concern when working within a kitchen. Long hair should be tied back.