NY Cake Academy
Classes in NYC
NY Cake Academy, founded by renowned cake decorator Joan Mansour over 25 years ago, has evolved into a premier one-stop-shop in Manhattan for all baking needs. With a 5,000 square foot store, it offers a vast array of supplies, runs a cake decorating school, and is recognized for its excellence in the industry, earning accolades from ZAGAT and the New York Press.
103 classes with availability
British Bake Off
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Step into the delightful world of British baking as you master two timeless desserts — tender, buttery scones and a stunning pavlova topped with fresh fruit. Learn expert techniques for perfect texture, balance, and presentation. A hands-on experience fit for any aspiring baker.
Fri. Nov 13th, 5–8pm ET
(3 hours)
Chocolate Truffles
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover your chocolate-making potential with practical instruction in couverture chocolate. Master tempering skills and create delicious chocolate confections while learning the complexity of ganache. This sweet culinary journey satisfies your chocolate enthusiasm with expert guidance and hands-on practice.
Dec 3rd
11am–12pm ET
$99.99
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Dec 16th
11am–12pm ET
$99.99
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Thu. Dec 3rd, 11am–12pm ET
(1 hour)
Croissant & Pain au Chocolat Workshop
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Master the art of French pastry in this hands-on croissant workshop. Learn to create flaky, buttery croissants and rich pain au chocolat from scratch using classic lamination techniques. With expert guidance, you’ll practice folding, shaping, and baking for bakery-quality results. Perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts alike!
Nov 19th
11am–2pm ET
$125
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Dec 8th
1:30–4:30pm ET
$125
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Dec 26th
11am–2pm ET
$125
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Jan 9th
11am–2pm ET
$125
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Thu. Nov 19th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Thanksgiving Turkey Cake Pops
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create adorable turkey-shaped cake pops in this fun, hands-on Thanksgiving workshop. Learn to shape and dip cake pops, achieve smooth candy coatings, and build colorful turkey features using candy, pretzels, and piped chocolate. Add expressive faces with candy eyes and detailed piping while mastering beginner-friendly decorating techniques. Take home your festive creations to enjoy or share.
Sat. Nov 21st, 4–6pm ET
(2 hours)
Snowman Macarons
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create adorable 3D snowman macarons in this festive, hands-on decorating workshop. Learn to pipe and bake double-lobed macaron shells, add creamy fillings, and decorate each snowman with carrot noses, coal smiles, stick arms, buttons, and colorful icing scarves. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels, this class includes all supplies, a decorating guide, and a box of handcrafted macarons to take home. Suitable for ages 12+, with younger children welcome alongside a paying adult.
Thu. Dec 17th, 10am–1pm ET
(3 hours)
Family Thanksgiving Turkey Decoration Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create a festive 3D buttercream turkey cake together in this hands-on family workshop. Learn to mix warm autumn colors, pipe textured feather patterns, and layer buttercream to build depth and dimension. Add the turkey’s face, wattle, and decorative details using specialized piping techniques, then finish your centerpiece with a polished, transport-ready presentation.
Sun. Nov 22nd, 3–4:30pm ET
(90 minutes)
Pastry Essentials: Èclairs Dissected
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Learn the techniques behind perfect éclairs and cream puffs, with expert guidance. Master the craft of silky pastry cream and a glossy chocolate glaze. Bake alongside us and elevate your pastry skills with these classic treats.
Sat. Nov 7th, 10am–2pm ET
(4 hours)
Ice Cream Making
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Cool off with a hands-on experience that teaches you how to make rich, creamy ice cream from scratch. Learn the fundamentals of mixing, churning, and customizing flavors with your favorite toppings. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for ice cream lovers of all ages, offering sweet take-home treats and the skills to keep creating all summer long.
Sat. Nov 7th, 12–2pm ET
(2 hours)
Apple Pie Making Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Celebrate fall with the timeless art of homemade apple pie! Learn to prepare flaky pie dough, create a warmly spiced apple filling, and assemble your pie from scratch. Practice rolling, crimping, and creating a beautiful lattice crust before baking your pie to golden perfection. No previous pie-making experience is required, and you’ll take home your creation to enjoy and share.
Tue. Oct 27th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Fall Macaron Making Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Celebrate fall with a hands-on French macaron-making experience! Learn to prepare macaron batter, master macaronage, pipe uniform shells, achieve signature “feet,” and create seasonal fillings. Make Salted Caramel, S’mores, and Apple Pie macarons while learning troubleshooting tips for consistent results. No prior experience is required, and you’ll take home your finished macarons.
Sat. Nov 14th, 3–6pm ET
(3 hours)
Buttercream Essentials: Palette Knife Art
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Set loose your inner artist with palette knives and shape striking abstract buttercream pieces using a trending cake decorating method. Pick up the craft of color and texture placement inside NY Cake Academy's latest class, where you'll dig into palette knife flower cakes using Italian Meringue Buttercream. Get ready to push your cake decorating to a higher level!
Nov 5th
10am–2pm ET
$250
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Feb 6th
10am–4pm ET
$250
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Thu. Nov 5th, 10am–2pm ET
(4 hours)
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Making Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Welcome fall with homemade pumpkin cinnamon rolls! Learn to prepare pumpkin-enriched yeast dough, then knead, proof, roll, fill, shape, and bake it to golden perfection. Finish your rolls with a rich cream cheese glaze while picking up essential bread-making techniques. No previous baking experience is required, and you’ll take home your freshly baked treats.
Sat. Nov 21st, 3–6pm ET
(3 hours)
Family Halloween Monster Cupcakes Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Bring playful Halloween monsters to life in this hands-on cupcake decorating workshop. Learn to use specialty piping tips to create furry textures, shaggy hair, and scales while blending vibrant buttercream colors for unique monster designs. Build fun 3D toppers and take home your decorated creations. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
Sat. Oct 31st, 1–2:30pm ET
(90 minutes)
NY Cheesecake Baking Workshop
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Master the art of classic New York cheesecake in this hands-on baking class. Learn how to create a buttery graham cracker crust, prepare a rich and creamy filling, and bake a perfectly smooth cheesecake with expert techniques for texture and crack prevention. Perfect for beginners and dessert lovers, each participant will leave with their own homemade cheesecake to enjoy at home.
Mon. Nov 30th, 12–3pm ET
(3 hours)
Holiday Artisan Chocolate Bars
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover the art of working with chocolate couverture, from identifying untempered chocolate to mastering the perfect temper. In this hands-on experience, you’ll create beautifully molded chocolate bars that not only taste divine but showcase your skills. Whether you’re a chocolate enthusiast or seeking a fun challenge, this experience will elevate your craft.
Dec 20th
11am–12:30pm ET
$99.99
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Sun. Dec 20th, 11am–12:30pm ET
(90 minutes)
Holiday Cupcake Decorating
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Decorate a festive assortment of holiday cupcakes in this hands-on workshop. Learn buttercream piping techniques to create fluffy snowmen, Santa hats, reindeer, evergreen trees, and holiday wreaths while exploring seasonal colors, textures, and decorative accents. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels, this class includes all supplies and a box of beautifully decorated cupcakes to take home.
Wed. Dec 9th, 11am–1pm ET
(2 hours)
Buttercream Essentials: Drop Flower Secrets
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover the keys to building beautiful buttercream drop flowers with ease using specialty tips in this course at NY Cake Academy. Pick up methods from expert instructors as you practice with different tips to build roses, tulips, daisies, and beyond. Sharpen your cake decorating abilities and craft striking flower arrangements for a dynamic presentation.
Nov 4th
10am–2pm ET
$250
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Jan 30th
10am–2pm ET
$250
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Wed. Nov 4th, 10am–2pm ET
(4 hours)
Buttercream Essentials: Horizontal Cake Textures
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Develop the craft of creating striking textured designs on the sides of frosted cakes in this hands-on cake decorating class. Pick up techniques using Swiss Meringue Buttercream to build horizontal stripes, spirals, and beyond. Lift your cake decorating abilities at NY Cake Academy.
Nov 3rd
10am–2pm ET
$250
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Jan 23rd
10am–2pm ET
$250
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 10am–2pm ET
(4 hours)
Cartoon Cake
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Learn the techniques to create a trendy cake design using fondant, buttercream, and more at NY Cake Academy. Master the art of covering cakes flawlessly and handling fondant for a clean and smooth finish. Let your creativity shine as you make intricate details using buttercream.
Nov 16th
11am–2pm ET
$150
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Dec 16th
1–4pm ET
$150
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Mon. Nov 16th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Buttercream Essentials: Piping Principles
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Develop the craft of cake decorating through the first class in the Buttercream Essentials Certificate series at NY Cake Academy. Discover the keys to classic piping techniques and pick up how to create beautiful shapes and forms using a variety of piping tips. Impress your friends and family with stunningly decorated cupcakes.
Sat. Jan 16th, 10am–2pm ET
(4 hours)
Reviews of NY Cake Academy
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Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
The team had an absolute blast! Got some really great feedback! -
Cake Decorating 101
Instructor was great down to earth and was patient with all of us. -
Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
Thank you again to you and your team for helping us plan a wonderful event! I appreciate all of your help. It sounds like it was a success and people enjoyed it. I will definitely keep your information handy for future events. -
Focaccia Bread Making
What a wonderful way to get into focaccia making. The teacher was easy and charismatic. I even learned a few new tips on how to make a good focaccia at home. Just prepare to stand up for the entire class. The great thing about the class also it didn’t feel overcrowded. Thankfully everyone had enough space as it is a little bit tight the room. -
Cake Decorating 101
Lisa was very professional and helpful. My daughter and I had a lot of fun and we learned a lot. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Yes everything went well, thank you so much! -
Madeleine & Financier
Learned so much. My instructor of which I have had before was thorough, informative, and patient. I always leave feeling good about what I made and have excitement to make it again. -
NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
It went really well, thank you for checking in! Everyone had a great time. Next time we're looking for a group activity I'll reach out! -
NYC: Pasta Making (BYOB)
Fun experience, great team bonding activity, and delicious self-made pasta! -
Classic Flaky French Croissant
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Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Our group had a wonderful time last night! All of the instructors were awesome and really made our time together special. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Everything went great!!!! -
Floral Cupcake Decorating Class
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Vintage Heart Cake
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NYC: Pasta & Dessert Making Party (BYOB)
We had a great time! This was a perfect team-building workshop for our PE team -- interactive, fun, and delicious. Christine was lovely, knowledgeable, and kept us on track: who knew there were so many steps in crafting fettucine from scratch. I had wine delivered, and Christine set up the bottles before we arrived. We then ate our creations together. The space is large and welcoming (and smells of cupcakes and butter cream, yum). Highly recommend for a team building exercise. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Thank you! We had a great time! -
Cake Decorating 101
