Cake Carving Confidence: A 3-Week Online Course STARTING MONDAY 5th OF MAY 2025.
IT'S BACK - But completely rewritten and updated with a NEW OVERRIDING THEME of Dragons, Dinosaurs and Unicorns!
This course was initally run in January 2021 , and was such a success, that once the students had finished it, they were so upset it had ended that they asked if there was anything else they could do on a weekly basis. THIS was the start of the Dinkydoodle Cake Academy.
Whilst this course was amazing, I've decided to update it, with a theme of dragons , dinosaurs and unicorns running throughout it. So for week one you'll see flat shaped cakes in these themes then in week 2, we'll do 3D carved versions of the same themes and week 3 structured cakes in the same theme.
This running theme will help you see how cakes can be adapted AND for those running a business, you will learn my secret on always securing an order by using the theme of "3"
(more on that in the course.)
This course is for both the professional cake makers and hobbyists alike, who are ready to level up their skills and have fun bringing amazing carved cakes to life!
So many people I talk to are afraid of carving novelty cakes, and that makes me really sad, because they really have NO NEED to be. They've just not had it all broken down for them in a very easy to follow lesson, step by step, taking them through the journey of carving cake, its basic principles and how to apply these to every carved cake that they make.
Format of the 3 week course :
- Pre-recorded Video Tutorials ( 3 full cake tutroials per week, plus lots of bonus footage)
- PDF Handouts
- Live Sessions (via Facebook and Zoom)
Week 1: Foundations of Cake Carving
Objective: Let’s get started with the basics and build your confidence as we explore flat-shaped cakes inspired by dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns!
Key Topics:
- Welcome to the World of Cake Carving!
- An introduction to the tools and materials you’ll need.
- Choosing the best cake recipes for carving success.
- Flat Cake Carving Magic
- Learn how to create simple, flat designs featuring your favorite themes: dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns!
- Fail safe method for working out portions for novelty cakes so everyone gets a piece.
- Filling and Stacking Like a Pro
- When to carve before filling and when to fill first.
- when to carve down into a cake and when to build up the shape.
- How to fill flat cakes and keep them perfectly stable.
- Buttercream vs. Ganache Showdown
- Discover when to use each and master the art of making them perfectly every time.
Live Session: Join us for a fun Q&A and live demo where we’ll create a simple flat cake design together!
Week 2: 3D Cake Carving (Novelty Cakes)
Objective: Get ready to bring your cakes to life with amazing 3D designs that wow everyone who sees them!
Key Topics:
- Shape It Up: 3D Cake Basics
- Learn how to make your cakes stable and sturdy for carving.
- Step-by-step guidance to create incredible 3D shapes like dinosaurs, dragons, and unicorns!
- Next-Level Details
- Find out when to carve and when to add elements for the best results.
- Create cake pop mix and rice crispy treats to shape those intricate details, learn when it's the right time use them and what's the best recipe for success with both.
- Covering Your Creations
- Master the art of sugar paste and modeling chocolate: when to use them and how to make them.
- Pro tips for a flawless finish.
Live Session: Watch and learn as we create a stunning 3D novelty cake together, with plenty of time for questions!
Week 3: Introduction to Structured Cakes
Objective: Take it to the next level with structured cakes that combine creativity and engineering!
Key Topics:
- What’s a Structured Cake?
- Dive into the world of internal supports and food safe structures.
- Learn when to use structured designs and why they’re game-changers.
- Planning Your Masterpiece
- Work out portions for complex designs with confidence.
- Understand weight distribution and how to keep your cake stable.
- Bring It All Together
- Combine 3D carving with structural elements to create something truly spectacular.
- Troubleshoot like a pro and solve common challenges.
Live Session: Join us for an exciting walkthrough of planning and building a simple structured cake + Q&A.
BONUS FEATURE : for those hoping to sell their novelty cakes, I will share with you my email quote tactic that I use to secure orders from every enquiry, using the "3 option method"
For best results I would love you to make alonge with me , BUT no need to worry if you can't, as the video content is yours forever.
We’re so excited to have you on this journey. Let’s make some magic happen – one carved cake at a time!
PLEASE NOTE: Payment is final and non-refundable. If you are unsure if you've already purchased this class, please send an email to hello@dinkydoodle.co.uk to check BEFORE you purchased it. No refunds will be given for duplicate purchases, although if you do purchase multiple tickets, you are welcome to gift it to a friend. Just please email us with the name and email address of your friend so we can make sure they get the appropriate information for the class. Thank you!
