Master the Basics – How to Ganache and Sharp Edges 11th April 2026 (£100 Deposit)

A full day cake decorating class where Carol will teach you how to ganache and get those super sharp edges on your cakes, at her studio in Stilton.

What you will learn….

You will be shown how to make chocolate ganache and talk through how to fix any issues with splitting ganache.

How to fill and ganache a real sponge cake

Practice your sharp edges on a round dummy cake

How to cover a square cake and achieve sharp edges (working on a dummy cake)

Cover the cake with Sugarpaste to achieve a smooth professional finish and Carol’s signature sharp edges.

If time permits, you will also get to try out different techniques/effects using Sugarpaste.

As well as lots of hints and tips from Carol

All ingredients, tools & equipment will be provided as well as refreshments & Lunch.

You will be provided with Carol’s Basic sponge cake, Buttercream and Ganache recipes so you can take home.

You will also get to take the dummy and real cake home in boxes.

What some of our previous students have to say…..

Donna – “Thank you so much for the brilliant cake class today Carol. I’ve learned so much and I’m so grateful that you let me join your class. I’m still buzzing about today and I’m feeling more confident. I can’t wait to use my new baking tools.” 

Linda – “Fab day learnt so much, wish I had done it years ago!”

Katrina – “Thank you Carol for an amazing day! it was all I’d hoped for and more. You are one fantastic lady and it was so lovely meeting you all. So excited to put all this in practice now and change how I make my cakes.”

COST OF CLASS IS £240

To Book: We ask for a £100 deposit and then the remaining balance to be paid 1 month before the class.

If you would like to make full payment or pay in instalments please contact us directly.

This cake decorating class has a maximum number of 4 students, so that Carol can guarantee individual attention if required and for students to ask plenty of questions.

No previous cake experience is required for this cake decorating class.

Class timings 9.30am – 4.30pm. Please be aware that the class may over run.

**Please note** that classes are non-refundable.  Please see Terms and Conditions for our Cancellation Policy.

See more Cake decorating and sugarcraft classes that Carol offers please see HERE

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This class is for adults only. Unfortunately, anyone under the age of 18 is not permitted to attend. Thank you for your understanding.