Sponges LIVE will take place on Sunday 25th October 2026 from 10am-1pm.

Learn to whip up your own light and fluffy sponge cakes in in this fun and casual online baking class!

This class absolutely exceeded my expectations. Anneka has a very warm and engaging style. The instructions were clear and being able to watch along made all of the difference. Give it a go! Anneka will have you making a sponge in no time.

Alison, Melbourne

Discover the secrets to super light sponges – right in your very own kitchen!

Sponges LIVE is a fun and informative online baking class that will have you whipping up your own light and fluffy sponge cakes – all from your very own kitchen! It will take place on Sunday 25th October, 10am-1pm (AEDT). 

Guiding you through the process will be Anneka Manning, ready to share her more than 35 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as her practical and handy tips and tricks. You will have the ability to bake along with Anneka and learn how to make a Classic Hot Milk Sponge from scratch.

The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will teach you everything you need to know to conquer your fear of these gorgeous, classic cakes at home and become your go-to sponge baking kit. Anneka will also share a number of additional recipes using the various mixing methods and techniques used when making sponge cakes.

At the end of this class, you will walk away with fail-safe recipes, techniques and confidence you need to bake a gorgeous sponge whenever the mood takes you!

Dates

Sunday 25th October 2026 at 10.00am-1.00pm, Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) via Zoom.

If you are interested in joining a future class and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the bottom of this page. 

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 (50% off for all BakeClub & Co. Members).

Student numbers

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 receive?

• A 3-hour virtual live baking demonstration on Zoom (recorded for you to rewatch at your convenience) where Anneka Manning will guide you step-by-step through the process of making a Classic Hot Milk Sponge – including the opportunity to bake alongside her.
• Access to Anneka’s 35+ years of baking experience and expertise, with the ability to ask any questions that arise during the class.
• The chance to connect (virtually) with like-minded bakers and share your creations within The Kitchen Table online group.
• A thorough understanding of how to make macarons, plus the knowledge to troubleshoot and apply these skills in the future for consistent baking success.
• Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes to support your learning and reference in your own kitchen.
• Lifetime access to the live video and all course materials, so you can revisit the class whenever you like.
• Membership to BakeClub’s exclusive The Kitchen Table online group, providing a space to ask questions and share your baking journey.
• Lasting baking confidence, knowledge and skills you can use regularly at home.

What will I learn?

This course covers the various mixing methods and techniques used when making sponge cakes and includes the following recipes:

• Classic Hot Milk Sponge
• Raspberry Swiss Roll
• Powder Puffs
• Lemon Chiffon Cake

Included are also Anneka's top tips for beautiful sponges, how to remove sponges from cake tins, how to roll a Swiss Roll, and loads of clever ideas on how to embellish your sponge cakes.

How will I get the most out of this online class?

To get the most from this class, we recommend setting aside time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and review the supporting materials beforehand. If you’re unable to join live, the session will be recorded so you can watch it at a time that suits you.

For the best experience and results, we encourage you to bake along during the class – it’s the perfect way to put the techniques into practice and gain the full benefit of Anneka’s guidance.

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 joining a future LIVE class, please fill out your details below and we will be in touch when new dates are released.

Classic Christmas LIVE will take place on Sunday 22nd November 2026 from 10am–1pm.

Get your classic Christmas baking sorted – just in time for the festive season – in this fun and casual online baking class.

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 3-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! This class will take place on Sunday 22nd November 2026 from 10am–1pm (AEDT).

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

Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 10.00am–1.00pm, Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11) via Zoom.

If you are interested in taking part in a future course, please fill our your details at the bottom of this page.

Notes for the Live Session

Please allow at least 3 hours baking time for your cake after the Live Session finishes.

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 (50% off for all BakeClub & Co. Members).

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 receive?

• A 3-hour virtual live baking demonstration on Zoom (recorded for you to rewatch at your convenience) where Anneka Manning will guide you step-by-step through the process of making a traditional Christmas cake, pudding and fruit mince pies. You will have the opportunity to bake the Christmas cake along with Anneka.
  
• Access to Anneka’s 35+ years of baking experience and expertise, with the ability to ask any questions that arise during the class.
  
• The chance to connect (virtually) with like-minded bakers and share your creations within The Kitchen Table online group.
  
• A thorough understanding of Christmas baking, plus the knowledge to troubleshoot and apply these skills in the future for consistent baking success.
  
• Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes to support your learning and reference in your own kitchen.
  
• Lifetime access to the live video and all course materials, so you can revisit the class whenever you like.
  
• Membership to BakeClub’s exclusive The Kitchen Table online group, providing a space to ask questions and share your baking journey.
  
• Lasting baking confidence, knowledge and skills you can use regularly at home.

How will I get the most out of this online class?

To get the most from this class, we recommend setting aside time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and review the supporting materials beforehand. If you’re unable to join live, the session will be recorded so you can watch it at a time that suits you.

You will need to make your Fruit Mince Mix before the Live Session starts, allowing for soaking time, as this will be the base for the Traditional Christmas Cake you will make with Anneka during the Live Session. You will receive the recipe for the Fruit Mince Mix two weeks before the class so you've got plenty of time to prepare it.

For the best experience and results, we encourage you to bake along during the class – it’s the perfect way to put the techniques into practice and gain the full benefit of Anneka’s guidance.

What if the date doesn'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).

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

If you are interested in taking part in this class in 2027, please fill out your details below and we will be in touch when dates are released.

Learn to bake the BEST scones you have ever eaten – light, flaky and irresistible – in this fun and casual online baking class!

Scones LIVE is not currently scheduled. If you would like to take part in a future course, please fill out your details below and we will be in touch when new dates are released.

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!

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, including gluten-free scones, 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

Scones LIVE is not currently scheduled. If you are interested in joining a future class and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please fill in your details at the top of this page. 

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

$50 (50% off for all BakeClub & Co. Members).

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). 

Hot Cross Buns LIVE will run again in 2027.

If you are interested in taking part, please contact us to express your interest.

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! 

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 (and have freshly baked buns for Good Friday).

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

If you are interested in taking part in 2027, please contact us to express your interest.

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 (50% off for all BakeClub & Co. Members).

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 receive?

• A 2.5-hour virtual live baking demonstration on Zoom (recorded for you to rewatch at your convenience) where Anneka Manning will guide you step-by-step through the process of making traditional Hot Cross Buns.
• Access to Anneka’s 35+ years of baking experience and expertise, with the ability to ask any questions that arise during the class.
• The chance to connect (virtually) with like-minded bakers and share your creations within The Kitchen Table online group.
• A thorough understanding of how to make macarons, plus the knowledge to troubleshoot and apply these skills in the future for consistent baking success.
• Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes to support your learning and reference in your own kitchen.
• Lifetime access to the live video and all course materials, so you can revisit the class whenever you like.
• Membership to BakeClub’s exclusive The Kitchen Table online group, providing a space to ask questions and share your baking journey.
• Lasting baking confidence, knowledge and skills you can use regularly at home.

How will I get the most out of this online lass?

To get the most from this class, we recommend setting aside time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and review the supporting materials beforehand. If you’re unable to join live, the session will be recorded so you can watch it at a time that suits you.

For the best experience and results, we encourage you to bake along during the class – it’s the perfect way to put the techniques into practice and gain the full benefit of Anneka’s guidance.

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