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 take place on Sunday 28th April 2024 (2.00pm-4.00pm).

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 during the Live Session wouldn’t have if it was just a recipe or recorded session; they 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 all there is to know about making the cake you want to bake, eat and share – 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

Sunday 28th April 2024 at 2.00pm-4.00pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) via Zoom.

If you are interested in a future class, please fill out your details at the bottom of this page and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.

Cost

$75

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.

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 2-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you will have the opportunity to bake and decorate a Vanilla Buttercake with Raspberry Buttercream along with Anneka Manning
• 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 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
  
• 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
  

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.

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 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).

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.

Discover the secrets of bread baking and demystify the world of baking with yeast in this fun and informative LIVE online baking class! 

Bread 101 will take place on Saturday 25th May 2024 (10.00am-1.00pm).

This is a great value for money course! Using Anneka’s tips and tricks will really help improve your bread making and confidence and show you how easy it is to make a range of delicious breads. The [video] session was great for seeing the techniques in action, and the follow up homework was a pleasure to do (and eat!) ... Overall this was an excellent course and all the resources were so useful, I know I will use them again and again.

Vanessa, South Australia

Discover the ins and outs of bread and yeast baking – right in your very own kitchen!

Bread 101 is a fun and informative 3-hour LIVE virtual baking session that will take you through the basics of bread baking, demystifying the world of baking with yeast.

Anneka Manning will take you through the process and share her more than 30 years of baking experience and knowledge, as well as all her practical tips and tricks. You will have the ability to make a Basic White Milk Bread along with her as well as ask any questions that arise as you mix, roll, knead and bake your way throughout the morning.

The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to bread baking kit. Anneka will also share a number of recipe variations (including dinner rolls and fruit bread), as well as a delicious Herb and Cheese pull-apart bread, a wholesome Seeded Wholemeal Loaf and divine Sticky Cinnamon Scrolls.

At the end of this class, you will come away not only with new-found confidence but all the knowledge you need to add bread baking to your list of baking skills!

Date

Saturday 25th May 2024 at 10.00am-1.00pm Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10) via Zoom.

Please note: The Live Session will be recorded and will be available for you to watch afterward if you are unable to attend or if you would simply like to rewatch it at a later date.

If you're 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. 

I had tried making bread and had failures. This course gave me the extra tips and working along in real time helped to see exactly where I should be at rather than relying on a picture ... I learnt a lot and didn't need to leave home!

Mary, Victoria

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.

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 bread-making skills. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.

What will I get?

• A 3-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make a Basic White Milk Bread, as well as a number of variations
• 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 bread 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
• Lifetime access to the video and course material
• Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home

What will I learn?

This class will cover the basics of bread baking and baking with yeast and will include: 

• The difference between dried instant and fresh yeast and how to use both
• Demystifying bread-making terminology
• Why gluten is important in bread doughs
• The ins and outs of the kneading method
• How and why you need to prove your dough
• How to create the best 'proving' environment for your dough
• How to use your stand mixer to knead
• Options for glazes and finishes
• Storing your bread

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 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).

[This] course offered a whole new level of real learning. I loved the explanations of why things are done, along with the opportunity to ask questions. I've followed YouTube videos, but they don't help with adjusting or tailoring recipes for things like the availability of different ingredients or equipment ... [This course] can take your bread game to the next level, turning 'Okay' loaves into 'Is there any more?' loaves!

Sally, Victoria

If you are interested in joining a future class, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.

Learn to bake your own French-style macarons – the darlings of the confectionery world – in this fun and informative LIVE online baking class.

Macarons will take place on Sunday 28th July 2024 (10.00am-1.00pm).

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

Sunday 28th July 2024 at 10.00am-1.00pm (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.

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.

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.

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

What will I get?

• A 3-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 French-style macarons
• 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 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
• 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

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

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).

Such a valuable online, live learning experience with all supporting materials for future reference. Definitely would recommend.

Melinda Happer, Sydney

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.

Learn the foundations of making éclairs – from perfect choux pastry to stunning decorations – in this fun and informative LIVE online baking class!

Éclairs will take place on Sunday 27th October 2024 (10.00am-1.00pm).

You will bake the most delicious eclairs you’ve ever had – in your own home!

Jessica, Sydney

Learn to create stunning classic éclairs – right in your very own kitchen!

Éclairs is a fun and informative 3-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will learn the foundations of making éclairs – from perfect choux pastry and luscious fillings to stunning glazes and decorations. Once the basics are learnt you will then be able to mix and match all of these elements with different flavourings to customise your own éclairs.

Anneka Manning will take you through the process and share her more than 30 years of baking experience and knowledge, as well as all her practical tips and tricks. You will have the opportunity to make Classic Chocolate Éclairs along with her as well as ask any questions that arise as you mix, pipe, bake, fill and decorate your way throughout the morning.

The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to éclairs baking kit. Anneka will also share a number of flavour variations (including coffee, hazelnut, raspberry, and choc-orange), as well as extra recipes including pretty Rosewater & Strawberry Éclairs and to-die-for Salted Caramel Éclairs with Craquelin.

At the end of this class, you will come away not only with new-found confidence but all the knowledge and skill you need to create stunning, mouth-watering éclairs whenever you want.

Dates

Sunday 27th October 2024 at 10.00am-1.00pm (Australian Eastern Daylight Time UTC+11) via Zoom.

The Live Session will be recorded and will be available for you to watch afterward if you are unable to attend or if you would simply like to rewatch it at a later date.

If you're 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. 

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.

Anneka is a wonderful teacher - warm, friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. What a lovely way to spend an afternoon.

Kristin, online class student

Who is this class suitable for?

This class is, quite simply, suitable for everyone – from beginners to more experienced bakers who want to brush up on their choux and éclair-making skills. As this class is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.

What will I get?

• A 3-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 Classic Chocolate Éclairs
• 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 éclairs 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

What will I learn?

This class will cover all things éclair-making and will include: 

• Essential equipment needed to make éclairs
• The importance of balancing your ingredients when making choux pastry
• Making choux by hand, with a stand mixer and in a food processor
• How to tell when your choux is ready to be piped
• Piping techniques (including the best piping tips to use) for good-looking, evenly shaped éclairs
  
• How to achieve well 'puffed' éclairs
• Filling options including pastry cream (crème pâtissière), creme diplomat (crème diplomate) and chantilly cream
• Different techniques for filling your éclairs including both 'hidden' and 'visible' fillings
• Icing options including chocolate ganache, glace icing, and fondant icing
  
• How to get the best glaze finish on your éclairs and decorating inspiration
• How to store and freeze your éclairs

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).

To have someone of Anneka’s calibre virtually in my kitchen was invaluable and well worth the time and cost ... Just enrol and do it. You will not be disappointed.

Carole, online class student

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.

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

Classic Christmas will take place on Sunday 24th November 2024 (10.00am-12.30pm).

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 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 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!

Date

Sunday 24th November 2024 at 10.00am-12.30pm (Australian Eastern Daylight Time UTC+11) via Zoom.

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

The Live Session will be recorded and will be available for you to watch afterward if you are unable to attend or if you would simply like to rewatch it at a later date.

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 bottom of this page.

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 virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where Anneka Manning will guide you 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 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

If you are interested in taking part in this class in 2024, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know 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 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.

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 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 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. 

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). 

Learn to bake the most traditional of Easter breads – just in time for the Easter weekend – in this fun and casual online baking class.

If you are interested in taking part in this class in 2025, please email 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.

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 intereseted in taking part in this class in 2025, please email 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

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