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Teen Bakers: Cake Decorating

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Learn the basics of cake decorating with buttercream and (deliciously edible) fondant, then work on your own (pre-made) single layer cake which you get to take home. Note: Light snack included. Please wear closed toe shoes. 

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Cake Decorating: Fall Pumpkin Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Welcome to Pans On Fire’s Fall Pumpkin Cake event! Join us for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and deliciousness as we show you how to make and decorate a fall-themed pumpkin cake. All skill levels are welcome as we’ll cover everything from simple techniques to more advanced piping and cake decoration. So come along, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create your masterpiece! Afterward, you’ll get to take home a delicious pumpkin cake...

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Mother's Day Cake Decorating

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Make this Mother's Day a truly special one with our Cake Decorating class. Moms can bring one child (age 5 - 17) to help you decorate your cake. Each pair will receive a pre-made chocolate cake. Our expert instructors will teach you the frosting techniques and a variety of decorations, including chocolate dipped strawberries. You'll have everything you need to create a custom cake you love. You will take your masterpiece home to enjoy with your...

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Teen Cake Decorating: Ombre Rosette Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Are you a teen with an unquenchable sweet tooth? Satisfy your craving and learn something new at our Teen Cake Decorating: Ombre Rosette Cake class! With Pans On Fire, you'll take your cake decorating skills to the next level as you create an ombre rosette cake of your own. You'll learn techniques and tips to make a picture-perfect cake! Plus, every participant gets to leave with their very own ombre rosette cake masterpiece. So, come along and...

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Holiday Cake Decorating with Fondant

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

What better way to celebrate the holidays then with a fun and whimsical cake decorated with fondant?  But wait, you're asking yourself, doesn't fondant taste bad?  Not ours! Learn how to make delicious fondant that's also easy to work with. Working with a pre-baked cake, let your inner artist emerge. Best of all you get to take your creation home with you.  We'll provide examples and tips for some traditional holiday decorations ...

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Cake Decorating with Meringue

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Convincing an egg white to beat up fluffy and moist -- and hold its shape -- is a thing of beauty. The art of icing with meringue isn't as difficult as you would think but it does require certain technique. In this class, you'll learn how to make Italian, Swiss and French meringues and decorate a pre-made baked good that you will get to take home. A chef-prepared snack accompanies the class in addition to tons of tips and techniques and a take-home...

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Cake Decorating Series

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

In our monthly Cake Decorating series, we’ll teach you the techniques, tips, and tricks necessary to make exquisitely decorated cakes at home. This is a hands-on class, and cakes/cupcakes, tools and materials are provided. All ages are welcome. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult Students will receive the recipes after class via email

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Cake Decorating: Cute Sloth Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Come and join us for a unique and fun decorating experience! At our July Cake Decorating class, learn how to decorate an adorable sloth cake with delicious ingredients and lots of creativity. Our expert instructors will provide you with all the supplies and techniques needed to make your own masterpiece. Afterward, take home your cake and share it with friends and family. Bring out your inner baker and create something delicious and unique! All ages...

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Watermelon Fault Line Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Learn how to make this fun Watermelon cake with a fault line feature! This is a hands-on class and you'll receive instruction during the class to decorate the cake. The 6-inch cake to decorate and tools needed will be provided. This is a great class for all ages. Notes: Kids under 10 will need to be accompanied by a paying adult. The recipes will be emailed after the class.

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Buttercream Floral Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Learn how to make this beautiful floral spray cake! This is a hands-on class and you'll receive instruction during the class to decorate the cake. The 6-inch cake to decorate and tools needed will be provided.The recipes will be emailed after the class. This is a great class for all ages. Notes: Kids under 10 will need to be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear closed toe shoes and tie long hair back. Aprons and water will be provided....

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Cake Decorating: Palette Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Calling all cake decorators! Come join us at Pans On Fire for an unforgettable day of cake decorating. Spend the day learning the skills of cake decorating, showing off your unique style, and creating a delicious Palette Cake to share with friends and family. We'll provide everything you need to bring your vision to life, from step-by-step instruction to a colorful selection of decorating materials. Plus, you'll get to take home your very own Palette...

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Cake Decorating: Monster Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Get into the Halloween spirit and learn the art of spooky cake decorating at Pans on Fire. Create your own terrifying masterpiece with the guidance of experienced instructors. Unleash your creativity and take home a monstrous cake that is sure to impress.

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Drip Cake

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Grow your decorating skills learning how to make this Striped Drip Cake! This is a hands-on class and you'll receive instruction during the class to decorate the cake. The 6-inch cake to decorate and tools needed will be provided. The recipes will be emailed after the class. This is a great class for all ages. Notes: Kids under 10 will need to be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear closed toe shoes and tie long hair back. Aprons and...

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Holiday Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing - Demonstration

Pans on Fire @ 3059 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton, CA

Holiday Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing - Demonstration Class  Join us for this seasonal 1 hour demonstration class to learn how to make a variety of festive sugar cookies.  You will learn how to make and apply royal icing onto cookies.  Each person will take a sample of cookies home. This is a hands-on class and will take approximately 1.5 hours.  Ages 8 and over are welcome to join this class.  Kids under 8 are welcome...

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Working with Rolled Fondant

Spun Sugar @ 1611 University Ave, Berkeley, CA

Experience the beauty and magic of a rolled fondant covered cake. Starting with a demo on how to prepare a real cake using buttercream icing and covering the cake with rolled fondant.  Students will cover a styrofoam cake dummy in class, another helpful skill for display or competition cakes. Learn how to apply the fondant to achieve a smooth finished look . You will learn how to use crimpers, embossing tools and make...

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Discover the Best Cake Decorating Classes in San Francisco

Magnificently decorated cakes have long been a part of our celebrations and social gatherings., This deliciously sweet treat is the centerpiece of every well-decorated party table, from weddings to birthdays, promotions to baby showers. Home to an immense number of bakeries, San Francisco has a booming wedding industry and held 32,017 weddings in 2022 alone.

Requiring both chef-life precision and artistic expression, the origin of cake decorating is a bit of a mystery. Elaborately decorated cakes became widespread during the 1600-1700s and their popularity grew in 1769 when Mrs. Raffald published The Experienced English Housekeeper with detailed recipes for cake, marzipan, and icing. 

While every cake starts with the most basic of ingredients like eggs, flour, sugar, and butter, it is the delicate final decorations that bring the sweet treat to life. Fondant, buttercream, sugar crystals, and edible pearls can all be combined to create an exquisite design that your guests are sure to both savor and remember.

Why You Should Learn Cake Decorating in San Francisco

San Francisco is home to several well-known cake shops like Craftsman and Wolves, Tartine Bakery, and Le Dix Sept Pâtisserie. It’s also home to a booming wedding industry, catering to both local couples and those seeking a vibrant city for a destination wedding. It is this combination that makes San Francisco a truly special place to learn cake decorating, offering a large pool of expert bakers and decorators to learn and draw inspiration from. 

Living in the Bay Area can, at times, be overstimulating. Navigating public transit and living in a more densely populated area can often lead to an increased level of stress. Decorating cakes lets you focus on a single task and be creative, both of which can help decrease anxiety and stress. Creating something with your hands can be extremely rewarding and offering that creation as a gift to someone else can elevate your mood.

Joining a cake decorating class in San Francisco can also be a great way to meet new friends. Your new friendships can be based on your common love for baking and decorating, creating a fun and creative foundation. Have a new neighbor or coworker? Making them a one-of-a-kind cake can be a great way to welcome them and encourage connection. 

Becoming a cake decorator can be a very lucrative career move. The average cost of a wedding in San Francisco is around $50,000 and the price of a wedding cake can range from $350 to more than $1000, so there is certainly demand for high-quality cakes. When you add in birthdays, promotions, and baby and bridal showers, decorating cakes can easily be a full-time job.

Whatever your reasons for learning to decorate cakes, you’re likely to find even more benefits as you improve your skills and expand your knowledge. 

In-Person Cake Decorating Classes in San Francisco

The Bay Area is teeming with baking and decorating classes. Below is a brief list of options, but make sure you check the CourseHorse website frequently as new classes are added often!

Pans on Fire in Pleasanton hosts a monthly cake decorating series that will teach you the techniques, tips, and tricks to make exquisitely decorated cakes at home. Hands-on in nature, all cakes, cupcakes, tools, and materials are provided, so get ready to roll up those sleeves. This class is open to all ages but children under 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Pans on Fire also hosts a multitude of other classes, like Cake Decorating with Meringue where students will learn to make Italian, Swiss, and French meringues, as well as how to decorate a pre-made baked goods. This class includes a chef-prepared snack to help keep your hunger at bay while you craft these mouthwatering desserts. You can even take more specific classes like this class on how to make a watermelon fault line cake or an iconic drip cake.

With even more classes to choose from than those listed above, Pans on Fire is passionate about fostering a love for baking and cooking. Located right off I-680, their public cooking classes teach technique and introduce a broad range of cuisines to adults. (They also have special programming for youth and teens like Teen Chefs - Cupcakes and Pies, Oh My and Teen Bakers: Cake Decorating.)

Are you a fan of the DeLise Café in San Francisco? You can now take a mini cupcakes class with the chef and owner! Eloise will teach students two recipes for tasty and perfectly moist cupcakes, as well as how to decorate like a professional. You’ll also learn to make frosting from scratch and practice your piping techniques. Have a nut allergy? This class is nut-free!

Virtual Cake Decorating Classes 

While in-person classes are often the most efficient way to learn, online classes can be a great fit for those who prefer to learn from home. They’re also a great option for those who live in an area with limited in-person offerings. Online cake decorating classes often have more options available and allow you to attend from anywhere. While students will have to source their materials and equipment for these classes, there’s no need to worry about traffic, parking, or any of the stressors of commuting.

While there currently aren’t any online cake decorating classes available, there are quite a few baking courses worth considering. "Great British Bake Off" Classics teaches participants to recreate their favorite recipes from the iconic British show. You can make a Victoria sandwich cake with raspberry jam and whipped cream, and learn to craft savory scones with British condiments and sharp English cheddar, all while sipping a cup of English breakfast tea. Each student will get a take-home recipe for lemon poppy-seed drizzle cake, too!

Another delicious hands-on experience is the Sweet & Savory Cream Puff course. Held via Zoom, students will master the art of pâte à choux (puff pastries) and create both a savory option and a classic version with chocolate ganache and whipped cream. Both are sure to wow any guest.

Mastering the craft of macaron making is no small feat and can be beneficial to every baker. In this French Macaron Step-by-Step class, students will make, flavor, pipe, and bake their very own macarons! You’ll learn about the best ingredients, how to add a burst of flavor to these colorful treats, and how to ensure each macaron always turns out perfectly.

Private Group Cake Decorating Classes in San Francisco

Do you have a group of friends or colleagues deserving of a special event? CourseHorse offers a variety of private live online cooking and baking classes for businesses and organizations. Planning an event has never been easier thanks to zero booking fees and confirmation sent within 24 hours. You can even customize your group size (and even change it after booking) with absolutely no booking fees. Some class providers may even offer additional services like in-person venue space, catering, or the ability to come directly to a requested home or office. 

Customizations can also be made to an event for a $150 fee. These include things like combining different games, requesting specific questions or a themed game, or adding something to an event with materials included. 

While there aren’t currently any cake decorating classes available, you could test your baking skills in a truffle-making course. Students will learn all about the process of harvesting and making chocolate while creating molded chocolates. You’ll also get hands-on experience piping, shaping, and coating, all of which are crucial skills for cake decorating. 

Not quite what you’re looking for? Reach out through the contact form on CourseHorse’s website to discuss creating your perfect private group cake decorating class.

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