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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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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
$100.00/pp
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Learn to whip up your own light and fluffy sponge cakes in this fun and informative LIVE online baking class!
Sponges is not currently scheduled.
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.
Sponges have always terrified me. I knew there was a method that I was not doing, so was great to get this info. This is a great online course ... Loved it!
Cath, Perth
Discover the secrets to super light sponges – right in your very own kitchen!
Sponges is a fun and informative 2.5-hour LIVE virtual baking class that will have you whipping up your own light and fluffy sponge cakes – all from your very own kitchen!
Guiding you through the session will be Anneka Manning, ready to share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as her practical and handy tips and tricks.
Not only will the Live Session include full step-by-step instructions for making a Classic Hot Milk Sponge, but you will have the ability to bake along and ask any questions that arise during the session.
This class is supported by printable recipes and resources, as well as individual technique videos, 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.
At the end, you will walk away with fail-safe recipes, techniques and confidence you need to bake a gorgeous sponge whenever the mood takes you!
Dates
Sponges is not currently scheduled. If you are interested in joining a future class, please fill out your details at the top of this page.
Give it a go! Anneka will have you making a sponge in no time.
Alison, Melbourne
Cost
$100
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is, quite simply, suitable for everyone. As this course is completed online, it is available to students from all over the world.
What will I get?
- A 2.5-hour Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make a Classic Hot Milk Sponge
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- 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 bread and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Invaluable printable information sheets, recipes and technique videos
- Lifetime access to the 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
What will I learn?
This class 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
- Sponge Fingers
- Coffee & Almond Genoise (Gateau Moka)
- Elderflower Gin Sponge
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.
$100.00/pp
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Learn the foundations of making éclairs – from perfect choux pastry to stunning decorations – in this fun and informative live online baking class!
Éclairs Live 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.
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
Éclairs Live is not currently scheduled. 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 top 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
- A 15% discount code to use to purchase any baking supplies from Cakers Warehouse
- 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
$100.00/pp
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Uncover the secrets to perfect shortcrust pastry in this comprehensive and accessible live online baking course!
Shortcrust Pastry LIVE is not currently scheduled.
If you are interested in a future course, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
I have avoided making shortcrust pastry because it hasn’t always worked and seemed too hit and miss. I hoped the class would give me what I need to know to get it right each time and give me confidence, and both these expectations were met! Having the [video] where we could watch Anneka ... was so valuable ... It really was like having Anneka in my kitchen – it was very comfortable and relaxed and it gave me so much confidence.
Vanessa, South Australia
Uncover the secrets to perfect shortcrust pastry – right in your very own kitchen!
Shortcrust Pastry is a fun and accessible 3-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will learn the art of making your own melt-in-the-mouth pastry – all from your very own kitchen.
Anneka Manning will take you through the process and share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and handy tips and tricks. You will have the ability to make a Quiche Lorraine along with her as well as ask any questions that arise as you bake your way through the morning.
The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will become your go-to shortcrust pastry kit. Along with the Quiche Lorraine recipe, Anneka also shares a number of tried-and-tested recipes including, amongst others, a seasonal Fruit Galette, a delicious Roasted Pumpkin, Tomato and Oregano Tart and a classic Apple Pie.
At the end of this class, you will walk away with all the knowledge, skill and confidence you need to be able to bake your own delicious shortcrust pastry at home and never rely on store-bought pastry again.
Dates
Shortcrust Pastry 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.
This course was great! So informative and easy to follow along. I can now make shortcrust pastry and bake some amazing pies and tarts – all delicious!
Caroline, USA
Cost
$100
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 pastry-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 Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make your own shortcrust pastry and a Quiche Lorraine
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- 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 the shortcrust pastry process 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
Once you learn the basics and understand that you can fix problems along the way, it takes the fear out of making shortcrust. I understand what I am doing now and feel more confident. I loved every minute of the course... And I can make pastry now!
Gail, Sydney
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Master the art of making delicate puff pastry in this accessible and informative live online baking class!
Puff Pastry is not currently scheduled.
If you are interested in taking part in a future course, please fill out your details below and you'll be one of the first to know when new dates are released.
Not only did I get what I expected out of the course, but I got so much more ... Hands on is the best way to learn. The tips and skills you learn ... are so helpful and instructive. Who thought making puff pastry could be so relaxing and rewarding at the same time?
Mary, Sydney
Master the art of making delicate puff pastry – right in your very own kitchen!
Puff Pastry is an informative and accessible 3-hour LIVE virtual baking class where you will learn all there is to know about making puff pastry (also known as mille feuilles) – all from your very own kitchen.
Anneka Manning will guide you through the process and share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and handy tips and tricks.
The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources that you can study at your own pace ensuring that you gain the confidence and skill to bake your own delicious puff at home. Anneka will also share some of her tried-and-tested recipes from Lamb and Harissa Sausage Rolls and impressive Mushroom and Leek Pithiviers to Apple and Raisin Turnovers and a classic Vanilla Slice.
At the end of this class, you will walk away with all the knowledge, skill and confidence you need to be able to bake your own divine puff pastry at home and never rely on store-bought pastry again.
Dates
Puff Pastry 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
There is no comparison between commercially made and homemade puff pastry. What seems so exotic and unattainable is made absolutely possible by Anneka's expert and easily mastered explanation and demonstration and support. Do the course and access a whole range of recipes you have always lusted over but thought you had to be a qualified pastry chef to attempt. You will be that pastry chef!
Irene, New South Wales
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is aimed at intermediate to experienced bakers. We highly recommend that you complete our Shortcrust Pastry online class before taking part in this course.
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
Learning how to make puff pastry is much easier than you think with Anneka by your side, guiding you and sharing all her tips gained through years of experience. [My favourite part of the course was] definitely the [video], seeing how Anneka does it and hearing her explain it ... I love that we can watch this again too. I can’t believe that I have made puff pastry ... It is so much better than even the best puff you can buy!
Vanessa, Adelaide
What will I get?
- A 3-hour Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning through the process of making your own puff pastry and Cinnamon Palmiers
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- 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 puff pastry 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
What will I learn?
- The basics of laminated pastries
- Laminating techniques
- How the puff is created
- How to shape and incorporate your butter
- Making puff pastry in advance
- Making your dough in a food processor
- Recipes included: Cinnamon Palmiers, Apple and Raisin Turnovers, Lamb and Harissa Sausage Rolls, Vanilla Slice, Eggplant Galette with Roasted Capsicum and Walnut Sauce, White Peach and Basil Mille Feuille, and Mushroom and Leek Pithiviers
I was always intrigued by homemade puff pastry but was always a little unsure of how to go about it. It seemed such a daunting kitchen task to overcome! The course gave me the confidence and showed me that it’s not that hard after all. I loved the virtual hands on class ... to be able to watch Anneka online was wonderful ... she is a wonderfully generous teacher!
Amy, Victoria
$100.00/pp
more info- Self-paced Online Courses -
Master leavened puff pastry – one of the most difficult baking techniques – in this informative and comprehensive live online baking class.
Leavened Puff Pastry LIVE is not currently scheduled.
If you are interested in taking part in a future course, please fill out your details below and we will be in touch when dates are released and bookings open.
Thank you so much Anneka! Once again I have learnt an incredible amount and feel like I’ve stepped up to another level of baking - I never thought I’d make croissants or my all time favourite pain aux raisins. Your generosity of time and advice, patience and going the extra mile is greatly appreciated. Thank you for creating this fantastic course!
Vanessa, South Australia
Master one of the most difficult baking techniques – right in your very own kitchen!
Leavened Puff Pastry is an informative and accessible 2-week online course where you will learn everything you need to know to make your own leavened puff pastry (also known as pâte feuilletée) – all from your very own kitchen.
Leavened puff is possibly one of the hardest of all baking techniques to master and is often referred to as the 'Holy Grail' in the world of pastry. With Anneka Manning as your guide, learning how to make this crisp, buttery, flaky pastry – alongside a bunch of other enthusiastic bakers – will be a joy and something to value for the rest of your baking life. From Croissants and Danish Pastries, to Pain au Chocolat and Kouign Amann, these divine pastries will become part of your baking repertoire!
Anneka will share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and insightful tips and tricks. You will also have access to a closed Facebook group where you will be able to ask Anneka any questions that arise and be able to troubleshoot while you practise your pastry baking throughout the 2-week course.
This course is made up of a combination of a virtual live demonstration (which will be recorded so you can watch it again or in your own time) and printable recipe and information sheets that you can study at your own pace.
At the end of this course, you will have not only the knowledge and skill but the confidence to be able to make your own leavened puff pastry and a collection of wonderful bakes to create with it!
Dates
Leavened Puff Pastry 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
I enjoyed the course very much and appreciated Anneka's personal interactions with us individually and a group. I particularly enjoyed the interaction in the closed Facebook group. It was really invaluable to see what others were baking and their strengths and weaknesses, and their mistakes as well. I learnt a lot from that aspect. My other favourite part of the course was Anneka's in-depth feedback and guidance to each participant's activity; and her generosity with imparting her knowledge and technical expertise; and her encouragement.
Trisha, online class student
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is aimed at intermediate to experienced bakers. We highly recommend that you complete our Shortcrust Pastry and Puff Pastry LIVE online classes before taking part in this course.
We also suggest completing our Bread 101 online class, which will build your confidence in baking with yeast, prior to this course.
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.
Anneka, you have given me a level of confidence that I didn't know I had! Never in a million years could I have thought croissants were something I could achieve. Thank you for all you do to make this all possible.
Catherine, New South Wales
What will I get?
- A 3-hour Live Session where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make your own leavened puff pastry and Croissants
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- 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 the yeasted pastry-making process and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Lifetime access to the video and course material
- A chance to learn about making your own leavened puff pastry surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
$100.00/pp
more info- Self-paced Online Courses -
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 is not currently scheduled.
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.
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 casual 3-hour LIVE virtual baking class 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!
Dates
Bread 101 is not currently scheduled. If you're 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 top 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
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 Live Session 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
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
- 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 bread 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 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
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
[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
