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$150.00/pp
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Baking Foundations is a fun and engaging self-paced online course that will take you back to the fundamentals of baking.
Anneka's enthusiasm and passion spoke to me and I now feel more confident with my understanding of baking and the actual baking! This course is very well organised and professionally presented...I thoroughly enjoyed each module's information and recipes. I am a fairly competent baker, however I bake the same style of recipes. The Baking Foundations course baked me out of my comfort zone and I thoroughly enjoyed it (as did family and friends!)
Karen, USA
What is Baking Foundations? Watch the video below to find out:
You are invited to Anneka's online kitchen!
Baking Foundations is a self-paced online course that will take you back to the fundamentals of baking – in your own time, at your own pace – all from your own home kitchen!
With Anneka Manning as your guide, you will learn the essentials of baking in a logical, fun and engaging way. Full of tips, tricks and relevant information – suited to the way we bake today – this course will teach you that success in baking always comes back to the foundations.
Made up of info sheets, videos, recipes, checklists and infographics, the course material will be delivered in six modules which you can study and enjoy at your own pace. The course will cover basic ingredients, equipment and mixing methods, exploring all the little things that you may never have been taught.
At the end of this course, you will walk away with all the skills, knowledge and inspiration you need to bake at home with confidence and success!
Please note: Baking Foundations is an extended version of our Baking Basics online course so we do not recommend it to those who have already completed Baking Basics.
How to enrol
Baking Foundations is a self-paced course and is now open for enrolment.
Baking Foundations got me cooking things I had previously thought were complicated and out of my league. Learning the simple mixing methods made the techniques of baking much clearer and simpler, and therefore less daunting. I made some great bakes I might not have tackled before because I had assumed they were more complicated than they really were and I now feel more confident with future bakes.
Alison, Melbourne
Cost
$150
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is, quite simply, suitable for bakers of all skill levels!
- Beginners who want to start their baking journey and set strong foundations for their baking forever;
- Intermediate bakers who would like to strengthen and improve their basic skills and extend their knowledge;
- And experienced, more competent cooks, who would like to fill in all the baking "gaps" and learn things you may never have been taught (you don't know what you don't know, right?)
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- Six downloadable course modules which will include invaluable information sheets, videos, recipes, checklists, infographics and much more to support and inspire your learning
- A thorough understanding of the basics of baking and how to use them to ensure baking success
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home – and the inspiration to get into the kitchen and get baking!
What will I learn?
Each module will include a combination of baking theory and practical exercises. Fun and engaging tasks will help you put into practise what you have learnt while Anneka's fail-safe recipes will inspire you to roll up your sleeves and get baking!
Module 1: Why Do We Bake?
The first module will explore why we bake (or why we should bake!) including the benefits that reach far beyond the kitchen walls. We will take a look at the ‘nasties’ that you will be able to avoid through your home baking, share personal stories and understand that baking is actually all about connecting.
Module 2: The Secrets to Baking Success
During the second module, you will discover the 10 most important things to do before you start baking to ensure you will be on the most efficient road to baking success. You will also learn how to measure accurately and how to get the most from your recipes.
Module 3: The Measure and Mix Method
The third module will explore the Measure and Mix Method – the perfect starting place if you are new to baking or just want to rebuild your baking skills from the ground up.
Module 4: The Baker’s Pantry
The fourth module is all about understanding the basic ingredients most commonly used in baking. Essential to becoming a good baker, you will learn how to use these ingredients to get the most out of them, creating the ultimate baker’s pantry so that you are well equipped for whenever you want to bake.
Module 5: The Measure and Beat Method
In our fifth module, you will learn the Measure and Beat Method. No-fuss, simple and quick, this method requires an electric mixer and is used for recipes with a high proportion of butter and sugar. Why? We’ll answer that during this module where you will also learn how to make the most out of recipes using this method.
Module 6: The Baker’s Kit
Having a carefully selected collection of utensils and equipment will do a lot for your baking confidence and success. Our final module will include a comprehensive guide to oven settings, mixing tools and essential bakeware.
Anneka is so knowledgable, you find out so much! I wasn't sure how an online baking course would work but I think you do a fabulous job and it works really well. I really enjoyed the variety of recipes we got to cook and it was very interesting to see how they tied into each lesson. I would recommend Baking Foundations!
Sue-Anne, Sydney
How does a self-paced course work?
This online course is completely self-guided. Upon enrolment, you will gain access to the course content which you can work through at your own pace. You can log on whenever it is convenient for you and complete the modules one day at a time.
You can take as long as you need to complete the course – it's up to you how quickly you want to work through the content. You will have lifetime access to all the videos, recipes and printable information sheets so you can dip in and out of it whenever it suits you.
There is the option to connect with other bakers via Facebook through BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table membership group and via Instagram using #bakingfoundations. This way you can share your experience and support each other as your confidence and skills grow.
So, is Baking Foundations for me?
- Would you like to extend, strengthen and improve your baking skills?
- Have you perhaps never considered yourself to be a particularly good baker but you would like to give it a go and see if baking is for you?
- Would you like to be guided and inspired by Anneka's 30+ years of baking experience in your own kitchen?
- Do you have more time on your hands at the moment and keen to learn a new skill?
If any of these sound like you, then Baking Foundations is the course for you!
The course was great. I have not had that much fun in ages, not because I live a boring life but because I learnt genuine skills and gained confidence in baking that I did not expect. When I come back to the Module 1 question, "Why do I bake?", I can now sincerely respond: I bake for my family successfully but also for me as I get great enjoyment from my skills!
Nicole, Newcastle
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$100.00/pp
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Gluten-free Baking Essentials is a self-paced online course that will introduce you to the tricky world of gluten-free baking.
Discover this no-fuss 'real' guide to the world of gluten-free baking – in your own time!
Gluten-free Baking Essentials is a self-paced online course that will introduce you to the tricky world of gluten-free baking and will give you an understanding of gluten-free ingredients and how to use them successfully – all from your own home kitchen!
Completed in your own time, at your own pace, this course will give you a thorough understanding of what can be substituted for gluten-based ingredients in your baking and introduce you to the best gluten-free flour options. You will learn how to make your own gluten-free flour blends and for which type of recipe each blend is best suited, as well as how to adapt recipes to gluten-free (and how to get the best results!). You will also receive an invaluable collection of gluten-free recipes that you can build upon and use on a daily basis including gluten-free bread, pastry, pizza base, muffins, biscuits and a special celebration cake.
Guided by Anneka Manning, she will share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and handy tips and tricks.
By the end of this course, you will walk away with all the knowledge, skill and confidence you need to get the best out of recipes without gluten and enjoy successful – and delicious – gluten-free baking!
Gluten-free Baking Essentials is accredited by Coeliac Australia.
How to enrol
Gluten-free Baking Essentials is a self-paced course and is now open for enrolment.
Cost
$100
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is, quite simply, suitable for bakers of all skill levels who want to expand their gluten-free knowledge and understand how gluten-free ingredients work and how to use them successfully in their baking. This course is not only for those who need to avoid gluten in their own diets, but also those who want to bake for family and friends who are gluten-intolerant.
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- An understanding of gluten-free baking, substitutions and gluten-free flour options
- Downloadable and printable information resources including The Principles of Gluten-free Baking, A Guide to Gluten-free Flours, Starches and Other Ingredients, Making Your Own Gluten-free Flour Blends and Tips for Gluten-free Baking
- An invaluable collection of delicious gluten-free recipes (many of which are also dairy-free) that you can build upon and use on a daily basis (see full list below)
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group which will provide ongoing support and inspiration
- Gluten-free baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
Which recipes are included?
- Artisan-style Gluten-free Bread
- Gluten & Dairy-free Banana & Coconut Berry Muffins
- Gluten-free Banana Bread
- Gluten-free Chocolate Chunk Cookies
- Gluten-free Orange Toffee & Chocolate Celebration Cake
- Gluten-free Ricotta, Basil & Tomato Pizza
- Gluten-free Shortcrust Pastry
- Gluten-free Vanilla Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting
- Gluten-free Zucchini, Feta & Pesto Galette
- Seeded Gluten-free Crackers
How does a self-paced course work?
This online course is completely self-guided. Upon enrolment, you will gain access to the course content which you can work through at your own pace. You can log on whenever it is convenient for you and complete the modules one day at a time.
You can take as long as you need to complete the course – it's up to you how quickly you want to work through the content. You will have lifetime access to all the recipes and printable information sheets so you can dip in and out of it whenever it suits you.
There is the option to connect with other bakers via Facebook through BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table membership group and via Instagram using #bakeschoolglutenfree. This way you can share your experience and support each other as your confidence and skills grow.
So, is Gluten-Free Baking Essentials for me?
- Do you need to avoid gluten in your diet but still want to bake delicious things you can eat?
- Do you want to bake successfully for family and friends who are gluten-intolerant?
- Would you like to gain a thorough understanding of what can be substituted for gluten-based ingredients in your baking and gain the confidence to do so?
- Would you like to be guided and inspired by Anneka's 30+ years of baking experience in your own kitchen?
- Do you have more time on your hands at the moment and keen to learn a new skill?
If any of these sound like you, then this course is the one for you!
$150.00/pp
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Sourdough is an in-depth, self-paced online course where you will learn everything there is to know about making and baking your own artisan sourdough bread.
From start to finish this course is all you need to know about sourdough bread making and you can do it in your own time! I particularly like the way you explain the science behind cooking as it helps me understand each step of the process better and where I might need to make adjustments ... All of it was wonderful!
Maria Hickey, Victoria
Discover everything you need to know about making your own sourdough – in your own time!
Sourdough is an in-depth, self-paced online course where you will learn everything there is to know about making and baking your own artisan sourdough bread – in your own time, at your own pace – all from your own home kitchen!
Made up of a combination of demonstration videos, printable recipes and invaluable information sheets that you can study at your own pace, this online course will take you through the entire process from making and maintaining your own sourdough starter through to proving, kneading, shaping, baking and even storing your bread.
Throughout the course, Anneka Manning shares her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and handy tips and tricks.
At the end of this course, you will walk away with all the knowledge, skill and confidence you need to be able to bake your own delicious sourdough bread at home.
How to enrol
Sourdough is now open for enrolment.
I really enjoyed the journey of making sourdough from the starter, to the different feedings and the proving process. It has given me a different appreciation of this delicious bread! Anneka has a wealth of baking knowledge. As always, so professional and fun! I got all I expected from this course.
Corina Benjamin, Sydney
Cost
$150
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is, quite simply, suitable for everyone, but it is aimed at intermediate to experienced bakers. As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- Four downloadable modules which will take you through the complete process of making your own sourdough
- A thorough understanding of the sourdough process and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home – and the inspiration to get into the kitchen and get baking!
What will I learn?
- What a sourdough starter is
- How to make your own sourdough starter
- How to feed, maintain, store and get the most from your sourdough starter
- What a levain or pre-frement is
- Key ingredients and equipment needed to make great sourdough bread
- What is the most ideal way to knead and prove your sourdough
- Using proving baskets and how to shape your sourdough without them
- The secret to a crunchy crust and chewy texture (like the artisan ones you buy!)
I would recommend this course as an excellent introduction to baking sourdough bread with experience that could not be gleaned from just reading a recipe.
Sheila Zanyk, Canada
How does a self-paced course work?
This online course is completely self-guided. Upon enrolment, you will gain access to the course content which you can work through at your own pace. You can log on whenever it is convenient for you and complete the modules one day at a time.
You can take as long as you need to complete the course – it's up to you how quickly you want to work through the content. You will have lifetime access to all the videos, recipes and printable information sheets so you can dip in and out of it whenever it suits you.
There is the option to connect with other bakers via Facebook through BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table membership group and via Instagram using #bakeschoolsourdough. This way you can share your experience and support each other as your confidence and skills grow.
Can I use my own sourdough starter if I already have one?
You are more than welcome to use your own starter if you already have one but we do recommend that you use a sourdough starter that is 100% hydration. A 100% hydration starter is made from, and fed with, equal quantities (by weight) of both flour and water, or 1 part flour and 1 part water (for example, 125g of starter is fed with 125g water and 125g flour).
So, is Sourdough for me?
- Would you like to master the technique of making your own sourdough bread from scratch?
- Would you love to be able to bake artisan-style bread at home?
- Would you like to be guided and inspired by Anneka's 30+ years of baking experience in your own kitchen?
- Do you have more time on your hands at the moment and keen to learn a new skill?
If any of these sound like you, then this course is the one for you!
I have tried making sourdough in the past, but never had consistent results. This course is a great way to start your sourdough baking journey and gives you a solid foundation to work from.
Su Shearer, Victoria
$50.00/pp
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Learn to bake the BEST scones you have ever eaten – light, flaky and irresistible – in this fun and casual online baking class!
Scones LIVE will take place on Sunday 9th March 2025 from 2.00-3.30pm.
I've eaten a fair few scones and even made several batches in my day, none of which compared to the calibre of the scone taught in Anneka's online Scones class. It was revelatory. In addition to Anneka's friendly and approachable style, there are comprehensive explanations, expertise and skills. I recommend this class as a way to relax and switch off from your everyday, if only to experience the very best of scones, made by your own hands.
Lee, NSW
Learn to bake the BEST scones you have ever eaten – right in your very own kitchen!
Scones is a fun and casual 1.5-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will learn to make your own traditional scones – light, flaky and irresistible! The class will take place on Sunday 9th March 2025 from 2.00pm-3.30pm.
Anneka Manning will take you through the process step by step, sharing all of her practical tips and tricks along the way to guarantee success. You will have the ability to bake along with her as well as ask any questions that arise as you rub, mix, shape and bake your own ‘cream scones’. You will also learn how to adapt the basic recipe to create a range of different scones for any occasion.
The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to scone baking kit. Anneka will also share a number of recipe variations so that you can use the techniques and tips learnt to create both savoury scrolls and a divine dessert.
At the end of this class, you will come away not only with new-found skills and confidence but a batch of fresh-from-the-oven warm scones ready for Sunday afternoon tea!
Dates
Sunday 9th March 2025 from 2.00-3.30pm (Australian Eastern Standard Time UTC+10) via Zoom.
If you are interested in joining a future LIVE class and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the bottom of this page.
Cost
$50
Student numbers
We will only be accepting a limited number of bakers for this class so that Anneka can answer your baking questions during the Live Session and provide personal feedback.
The Scones LIVE class was such a joy to be part of. I'm no stranger to baking or scones but I felt like I achieved my best scones to date, even though I thought I did well prior. I really loved being part of such a wonderful group where I did not feel pressure or judgement, I was just at ease! Come as you are, you are definitely welcome at a BakeClub class.
Alicia, NSW
Who is this class suitable for?
This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from absolute beginners to more experienced bakers who want to brush up on their scone-making skills. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- A 1.5-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you will learn and bake along with Anneka Manning through the process of making traditional scones
- Access to Anneka's baking experience, knowledge, tips and tricks, and the ability to ask her any questions that come up during the class
- A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- A thorough understanding of how to make traditional scones and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
Seeing Anneka make scones and explain what she is doing and being able to ask questions is so valuable – you are in the kitchen with her and learning from her years of experience. It is also great to learn and share your experience and ideas with the other participants. A fun afternoon with a delicious batch of scones to enjoy at the end!
Vanessa, South Australia
How will I get the most out of this online class?
To get the most out of this class, you need to set aside the time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and read the support material supplied beforehand. The Live Session will be recorded so it will be available to watch at any time if you are unable to attend. However, we do recommend baking along to get the most out of the class.
What if the dates don't suit me? Can I still enrol in the class?
If the date of this class doesn't work for you, you can still enrol and take part in your own time. While you may miss out on the Live Session, it will be recorded and will be available to watch when it suits you. You will have lifetime access to the video, as well as all the course material (including all of the resources and recipes).
If you are interested in taking part in a future class, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
$100.00/pp
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Learn to bake the most traditional of Easter breads – just in time for the Easter weekend – in this fun and casual online baking class.
Hot Cross Buns LIVE will take place on Thursday 17th April 2025 from 6.30pm-9pm.
I had never made Hot Cross Buns as they always seemed too difficult. I always enjoy Anneka's way of teaching – I find I learn so much and I love the way she supports her teachings with the science behind it. I find the live sessions work really well, and I learn so much from them ... being able to ask questions live is such a bonus. This course is a great way to learn something which you think is difficult but Anneka makes it all so simple. Absolutely do it!
Christine, NSW
Learn to bake the most traditional of Easter breads – right in your very own kitchen!
Hot Cross Buns is a fun and casual 2.5-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will learn to make your own traditional Hot Cross Buns – just in time for the Easter weekend! The class will take place on Thursday 17th April 2025 from 6.30pm-9.00pm.
Anneka Manning will take you through the process step by step, sharing all of her practical tips and tricks along the way. You will have the ability to bake along with her as well as ask any questions that arise as you mix, knead, prove and shape your dough together throughout the evening. You can either bake your buns immediately or Anneka will share how to prove the dough overnight so it's ready to bake first thing the next morning.
The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to Hot Cross Bun baking kit every Easter. Anneka will also share a number of recipe variations and some ideas of what to do with leftovers (if there are any!)
At the end of this class, you will come away not only with new-found skills and confidence but a dozen just-baked warm buns ready to smother in butter!
Date
Thursday 17th April 2025, 6.30pm-9.00pm (Australian Eastern Standard Time UTC+10) via Zoom.
Please note: The Live Session will be recorded and available for you to watch afterwards if you are unable to attend, or rewatch it at a later date if you would like to.
Cost
$100
Student numbers
We will only be accepting a limited number of bakers for this class so that Anneka can answer your baking questions during the Live Session and provide personal feedback.
I definitely got more than I expected from the class. Easy step-by-step instructions provided by Anneka and the opportunity to ask questions, no matter how 'silly', while making the buns meant I got the best experience possible. It was just perfect. Definitely recommend.
Glynis, Melbourne
Who is this class suitable for?
This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from absolute beginners to more experienced bakers. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- A 2.5-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you will learn and bake along with Anneka Manning through the process of making traditional Hot Cross Buns
- Access to Anneka's baking experience, knowledge, tips and tricks, and the ability to ask her any questions that come up during the session
- A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- A complete guide to traditional Hot Cross Bun baking which you can refer to and use to troubleshoot in the future to ensure baking success year after year
- Invaluable printable resources and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
How will I get the most out of this class?
To get the most out of this class, you need to set aside the time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and read the support material supplied beforehand. The Live Session will be recorded so it will be available to watch at any time if you are unable to attend. However, we do recommend baking along to get the most out of the class.
What if the dates don't suit me? Can I still enrol in the class?
If the date of this class doesn't work for you, you can still enrol and take part in your own time. While you may miss out on the Live Session, it will be recorded and will be available to watch when it suits you. You will have lifetime access to the video, as well as all the course material (including all of the resources and recipes).
I enjoy Anneka's classes and always learn a lot ... It makes a difference to watch and learn, and be able to ask questions, rather than just read a recipe. It was fun and enjoyable to bake along and have Anneka give feedback. A highlight for me are all the tips and tricks from Anneka ... she is a great teacher ... and her recipe is really good!
Helen, Hong Kong
$100.00/pp
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Learn to bake your own French-style macarons – the darlings of the confectionery world – in this fun and informative live online baking class.
Macarons is not currently scheduled.
If you are interested in a future class, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
Completely inspired by the class with Anneka and it has really put me on Cloud 9 for the week! This sort of content – totally accessible and realistic, achievable and personal – is exactly what I was looking for to improve my baking skills. Can't praise you highly enough.
Stephanie Robinson, Sydney
Learn to bake gorgeous macarons – right in your very own kitchen!
Macarons is a fun and informative 3-hour live virtual baking session where you will learn to make your own French-style macarons – the darlings of the confectionery world – all from your very own kitchen!
Anneka Manning will take you through the process step by step, sharing all of her practical tips and tricks along the way. During the virtual Live Session, you will have the opportunity to bake classic Vanilla Macarons along with Anneka, asking questions, troubleshooting and gaining invaluable tips and tricks as you go. The Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to kit every time you wish to bake these divine treats.
Not only will you learn the secrets to the perfect Macaron batter and piping techniques, but you will also gain insight into a number of different buttercreams and fillings that can be used, as well as an endless array of flavours, colours and decorations limited only by your imagination.
From how to achieve great 'feet', why temperature is key in the macaron-making process, and how to 'mature' your macarons to develop not only the best flavour but also the best texture, this class will have you whipping up a batch of stunning macarons whenever the mood takes you!
Dates
Macarons is not currently scheduled. If you're interested in joining in a future LIVE class and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the top of this page.
Cost
$100
If you want to learn how to make macarons, then take Anneka's class. Anneka takes the fear away from attempting macarons and shows you step by step how to achieve great results.
Angela Parisi, Melbourne
Who is this class suitable for?
This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from absolute beginners to more experienced bakers who want to brush up on their macaron-making skills. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I learn?
- The elements that make a good Macaron
- How to make the almond base and Macaron batter
- How to make Italian meringue
- The different between French and Italian macarons
- How to achieve great 'feet'
- The best piping technique for well-shaped macarons
- How to check if macaron batter is ready for baking
- How to check when macarons are baked
- Making American buttercream and different buttercream options (Chocolate Fudge, Swiss Meringue and French)
- Piping buttercream and the different effects achieved when using different piping tips
- How to add a 'surprise' centre
- Different flavour combinations and decorating ideas
- Maturing, storing and freezing your macarons
Fantastic way to learn a new skill in your own kitchen! It was great – the Zoom presentation worked really well and I loved it.
Nicky Littlewood, Boggabilla
What will I get?
- A 3-hour Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make your own French-style macarons
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to ask questions and share your baking
- Access to Anneka's baking experience and knowledge through The Kitchen Table and the ability to ask any baking-related questions
- A thorough understanding of how to make macarons and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- A chance to (virtually) meet like-minded people and share your baking with The Kitchen Table online group
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
Such a valuable online, live learning experience with all supporting materials for future reference. Definitely would recommend.
Melinda Happer, Sydney
$100.00/pp
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Learn all there is to know about making the cake you want to bake, eat and share in this fun and informative live online baking class.
Simple Cakes will run again in 2025.
If you are interested in taking part, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
Anneka has a wealth of baking knowledge that she so kindly shares. I felt her support and genuine interest in teaching people shone through. It didn’t feel like just another online class. The little tips that came up were invaluable. This course was a great way to join a small community of like-minded bakers and tweak my baking to guarantee better results.
Fiona Parker, Melbourne
Learn the secrets to delicious (and impressive!) cakes – right in your very own kitchen!
Simple Cakes is a fun and casual 2-hour LIVE virtual baking session where you will learn a range of techniques and countless practical tips giving you everything you need to bake, ice and decorate delicious – and impressive – cakes at home.
Anneka Manning will guide you through the process and share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research. During the virtual Live Session, you will have the opportunity to bake a quintessential buttercake complete with buttercream along with Anneka, troubleshooting and gaining invaluable tips and tricks as you go. Not only will you learn the secrets to the 'creaming' method (and get the answer to one of baking's most-asked questions, "How long do I need to cream for?") but you will also gain the building blocks you need for all your future cake baking.
The Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources including step-by-step instructions on the two other main mixing methods when it comes to cake baking as well as recipes to practise each method. Each recipe includes multiple variations (giving you a repertoire of over 36 different cakes!) as well as how to adapt for different tin shapes, from standard round and square tins through to cupcakes and sheet cakes. Included are also a number of recipes and instructions for different types of icings (glace, buttercream, frosting and ganache) and clever decoration ideas for your cakes.
At the end of this course, you will walk away with a repertoire of reliable recipes that will become your go-to bakes be it for a special afternoon tea, a casual weekend picnic or the school cake stall.
So, join us and say goodbye to store-bought and packet cakes forever!
Please note: Simple Cakes is a condensed version of our Cakes for Beginners and Cakes online classes so we do not recommend it for students who have already taken part in those classes.
Dates
Simple Cakes will run again in 2025. If you're interested in taking part and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the top of this page.
Cost
$100
This course encouraged me to bake out of my comfort zone and be more experimental and creative with cakes. I gained so many extra little tips that make my cakes even more refined ... [It included] so many good recipes that I will do over and over as I know they work every time ... This course is definitely worth it.
Pippa Bell, Nundle NSW
Who is this class suitable for?
This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from absolute beginners to more experienced bakers who want to brush up on their cake-baking skills. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- A 3-hour Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make a classic Vanilla Buttercake with Raspberry Buttercream
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
- Access to Anneka's baking experience and knowledge through The Kitchen Table and the ability to ask any baking-related questions
- A thorough understanding of how to make cakes and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
What will I learn?
This course covers the three main mixing methods used when baking cakes: the Measure & Mix method, the Measure & Beat method, and the Creaming method.
Each recipe includes multiple variations as well as how to adapt for different tin shapes, from standard round and square tins through to cupcakes and sheet cakes (giving you a repertoire of over 36 different cakes!).
Included are also a number of recipes and instructions for different types of icings (glace, buttercream, frosting and ganache) and clever decoration ideas for your cakes, as well as loads of helpful information, tips and tricks around cake baking.
I have always loved baking but wanted to deep dive into making perfect cakes and the science behind it ... I loved the virtual class!
Suzie Naidu, Sydney
$100.00/pp
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Get your classic Christmas baking sorted – just in time for the festive season – in this fun and casual online baking class.
If you are interested in taking part in this class in 2025, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when dates are released.
This course, in this format, with Anneka on our screens and in our kitchens, along with the comprehensive course notes is an excellent way to learn and gain confidence with Christmas baking. To be able to watch Anneka at work, and ask questions and make comments in real time was valuable and inspiring, particularly for those of us who are not Sydney-based ... I hoped to improve my baking skills and gain confidence around fruit cakes and Christmas puddings and I feel that I have gained more than I expected ... All the content of the course, from enrolment to delivery, was precise and happened exactly as was stated and I was more than happy with my experience.
Ann, Adelaide
Get your Christmas baking organised in time for the festive season – right in your very own kitchen!
Classic Christmas is a fun and casual 2.5-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will be guided through how to make your own traditional rich fruitcake, Christmas pudding and fruit mince pies – all cleverly made using the same base fruit mixture!
Anneka Manning will share all of her practical tips and tricks, helping you to troubleshoot your way through your own Christmas baking and ultimately making the whole experience more efficient and more pleasurable.
You will also have the ability to bake your own Traditional Christmas Cake* along with Anneka as well as ask any questions that arise as you bake together during the session. Anneka will also be demonstrating the Traditional Christmas Pudding and Fruit Mince Pies recipes, which you can then bake after the class in your own time. The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to Christmas baking kit year after year.
At the end of this class, you will come away not only with new-found skills and confidence but you can tick one thing off your "to-do" list with a Christmas Cake, Christmas Pudding and Fruit Mince Pies ready for your festive feast!
*Gluten-free option available.
Dates
Classic Christmas is not currently scheduled. If you would like to take part in this course in 2025, please fill out your details at the top of this page and we will be in touch when bookings open.
Cost
$100
I had a fabulous morning learning about Christmas baking with Anneka Manning. If you want to give Christmas baking a go, then this is a fun way to to do it. I feel I got everything out of the course and then some!
Michele, Lake Macquarie
Who is this class suitable for?
This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from absolute beginners to more experienced bakers. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- A 2.5-hour Live Session where Anneka Manning will guide you through the process of making a traditional Christmas cake, pudding and fruit mince pies
- Access to Anneka's baking experience, knowledge, tips and tricks, and the ability to ask her any questions that come up during the session
- A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- A complete guide to traditional Christmas baking which you can refer to and use to troubleshoot in the future to ensure baking success year after year
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
It was brilliant. Much more than I expected. Things made sense as Annneka explained everything so well ... Presenting the course with 1 mixture making 3 recipes was brilliant. It saves time and effort and is therefore economical as well.
Sophia, Brisbane
$350.00/pp
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The Science of Baking is a 6-week online course that will uncover the “why” behind the “how” of baking.
The course will run again in 2025.
If you're interested in enrolling, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
This is a fun and fascinating course where you will learn how baking works and how to apply that knowledge to improve your baking. Anneka's knowledge and guidance was key to me learning as much as I did. What a great teacher! The videos were simple, clear and easy to understand. Excellent learning materials that I loved reading. Great recipes – some have become favourites already!
Lesley Schoer, Coffs Harbour
What is The Science of Baking? Watch the video below to find out!
You are invited to Anneka's online kitchen!
The Science of Baking is a 6-week online course that will uncover the “why” behind the “how” of baking.
We will explore the most common ingredients and how they affect our baking when used in different ways. Once you understand the science of baking, you will be able to turn old baking failures into successes and troubleshoot as you bake from now on.
With Anneka Manning helping and encouraging you along the way, you’ll work through common baking mishaps – like why a cake hasn’t risen – and be guided through the science behind it, so you can apply this knowledge every single time you bake and ensure the best results.
The course will be delivered in 6 modules which are released weekly. Made up of videos, recipes, experiments, infographics and information sheets, you can download and print them off to study and enjoy at your own pace. The information will be presented in a fun and interesting way and will be backed up with practical projects, virtual live sessions with Anneka, online discussions and lots of support.
In just 6 weeks you will understand why you’re using particular ingredients and the science behind what happens when you use them to guarantee success whenever you bake. You’ll gain the confidence to try past failed recipes again as well as the skill to adjust recipes with success.
Understanding the science of baking will open your eyes to the bigger baking picture and truly transform the way that you bake from now on.
Dates
The Science of Baking will run again in 2025.
If you're interested in enrolling in a future course and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the top of this page.
Cost
$350
Student numbers
We will only be accepting a limited number of bakers for this course so that Anneka can provide personal feedback and timely answers to your baking questions.
My favourite part of the course was the structure for learning it offered. The course was presented in such a way that over the 6 weeks your knowledge grows and the process of baking starts to make more sense. I learnt such a lot from Anneka and the other participants. Anneka is so generous with sharing her knowledge. Questions posted on the online chat forum were answered in great detail ... I gained so much more than I expected and really enjoyed the 6 weeks. It was perfect.
Leanne Mahoney, Geelong
Live Session schedule
During the course, you will have access to weekly online Live Sessions with Anneka. During these Live Sessions Anneka will go over specific concepts covered in that week’s Module and you will also have the opportunity to ask her any related questions that have arisen for you as you work your way through the content.
The Live Sessions will take place at 8.00-8.30pm AEST. The 2025 dates will be confirmed.
Who is this course suitable for?
Whether you’re an occasional cook or a diehard daily baker, there’s a huge amount to learn from The Science of Baking. If you are a beginner baker, we highly recommend that you complete our Baking Foundations online course first.
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- Six downloadable course modules which will include invaluable information sheets, videos, recipes, experiments, infographics and much more to support and inspire your learning
- Personal and timely baking advice, guidance and inspiration from Anneka Manning
- Access to a closed online forum where you will be able to chat with Anneka and your fellow students enabling you to learn from, connect with and share your baking journey with each other
- Weekly online Live Sessions with Anneka (see schedule above) where she will go over specific concepts covered in that week’s Module and you will have the opportunity to ask her any related questions that have arisen for you as you work your way through the content.
- A chance to learn about the science of baking surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- A thorough understanding of the science of baking and how to apply what you’ve learnt to always ensure baking success
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group on completion of the course
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
What will I learn?
Each module will include a combination of baking theory and practical exercises including experiments and recipes. The experiments will bring the theory to life and really show you what is happening when we bake.
Module 1: Becoming an Observant Baker
The first module will introduce you to the concept of the “why” of baking and how becoming an observant – and mindful – baker can change the way you look at baking and, ultimately, the success you will have. You will also be taken through the 7 stages of baking helping you to fully understand what happens to your bake while in the oven.
Module 2: How Leavening Works
During the second module, we will explore what makes your baking rise and gives it lightness – we will look at what leavening is and how it works, the different types of leavening you can use in your baking and which ones are best used for particular recipes.
Module 3: Flour Proteins & Gluten
Gluten (flour protein) is one of the three main structure-builders in baking and is the most complex in the way it works. This module will explore the many factors that control how and to what extent gluten is developed in your bakes, as well as touch on gluten-free flours and what to be aware of when using them in your baking.
Module 4: Sugars
The fourth module will explore sugar including the nine important things that sugar does in your baking and how adjusting the amount or type of sugar in a recipe can really affect the results you get.
Module 5: Fats & Oils
When it comes to fats in your baking, it is not only the type used but also its consistency and how it is combined with the other ingredients, which will help determine the final texture, volume and flavour of your bake. The fifth module will explain the role that fats play in your baking.
Module 6: Eggs
The final module is all about eggs and its many roles. We will look at egg foams, how the freshness of eggs affect your baking as well as the science behind what happens when egg whites are whisked with sugar.
I could not recommend Anneka and her BakeClub team highly enough! The course was so informative, and the online resources were all of high quality and extremely useful. Anneka’s recipes are all delicious and well developed. Whether you bake a little or a lot, you will expand and improve your skills with BakeClub.
Abbey Gordon, Melbourne
How will I get the most out of this course?
To get the most out of this course, you need to set aside at least 3-4 hours a week to read the content, watch the videos, join the weekly online Live Session, do the experiments and bake the recipes. We know life sometimes gets in the way (you will have 6 months to access the course content too) but your baking won't improve and you won't enjoy the far-reaching benefits that this course can deliver if you don't put in the time and effort.
So, is The Science of Baking for me?
- Would you like to understand the science behind baking and what is actually happening when you bake?
- Are you interested in why some bakes don’t work as expected?
- Would you like to extend, strengthen and improve your baking skills?
- Would you like to become part of the BakeClub community?
- Are you interested in meeting other like-minded people and sharing your love of baking?
If any of these sound like you, then The Science of Baking is the course for you!
My favourite part was being able to ask questions throughout the course based on the baking you were doing, or what you saw others doing. I absolutely respect Anneka's ability to be able to offer information in a very clear and concise manner and I got more than expected from the course. If you are interested in understanding what is happening when you bake, so that you can get better outcomes, then you must do this course!
Gina Hughes, Perth
$3,150.00/pp
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Make Me a Baker Online 2025 is now SOLD OUT!
If you are interested in taking part in a future program, please fill out your details at the bottom of this page and we will be in touch.
The practical, approachable, inspiring and fun way to learn to bake
This unique 10-month online baking program is designed to make you a confident, inspired and skilled baker - no matter your current ability – all from your very own kitchen!
Now available to bakers all over the world, Make Me a Baker Online is hosted by Anneka Manning and includes regular online live classes spread over the program's 10-month duration together with with online support and set ‘homework’ to embed the learning. The live sessions will be recorded so you can watch (or rewatch) at a time that suits you. There will also be supplementary Q&A sessions held mid-week which will also be recorded to rewatch if you are unable to attend live.
Throughout this comprehensive program, you will learn not only the 'how' but also the 'why' of baking, exploring the science behind it and giving you the know-how and confidence to be a brilliant baker. Make Me a Baker not only covers the basics of baking but all of the more challenging techniques as well.
You will have lifetime access to the online material so you can work through the content in your own time and come back to it whenever it suits you.
Don't take our word for it! Hear what some of our graduates had to say about their Make Me a Baker experience.
Do it. It will change the way you bake, make you more confident and improve your how-to knowledge ... Please do not stop offering this course, it was the best online baking course I have done.
Corinna Murray
What do I get?
- Access to Anneka Manning's extensive 35+ years of baking experience, knowledge and her fail-safe, tried-and-tested recipes, plus the ability to get her advice, feedback and answers to any baking questions for the duration of the program
- 12 live video sessions which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded so that you can watch (or re-watch) them in your own time if you are unable to attend
- Lifetime access to all of the resources including the information sheets, recipes and video recordings of the Live Sessions
- The flexibility of baking at home at your own pace using your own equipment and ingredients
- A community of passionate, like-minded bakers to (virtually) share the experience with
- Exclusive membership to the Make Me a Baker online forum, which is only open to students of the program, to receive support from Anneka and the BakeClub Team whenever you need it throughout the program
- 'Baking for Business' online session for those interested in setting up their own home baking business.
- Downloadable recipe and information kits for every live session
- One-year free membership to BakeClub & Co.
- A 15% discount off both KitchenAid appliances* and the entire Cakers Warehouse range.
* Discount code valid off the listed price for Australian orders only when purchased on kitchenaid.com.au.
If you decide to do the MMAB program, you will learn so much of what really matters in your bakes, and will have so much confidence in making the decisions you need to make to ensure success with your baking ... A huge benefit of the online platform is that there is a recording which you can go back and review.
Gina Hughes
