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Mastering the Basics of Multi-Layer Cakes

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Mastering the Basics of Multi-Layer Cakes (VIDEO COURSE)

In this class, you will learn the basics of assembling and decorating multi-layered cakes, including the proper way to add a filling between layers of a stacked cake. This class is geared toward beginners, but is appropriate for anyone who wants to level up their basic cake assembly skills and learn some simple piped border techniques.

COURSE OUTLINE

•Supply List •How To Assemble a 3-Layer Cake •How To Assemble a 2-Layer Cake With a Filling •How To Apply A Crumb Coat •How To Apply a Smooth Finish •How To Apply a Textured Finish •Practicing Piping Techniques •How To Put Borders On a Cake •Final Thoughts

$47.00

Home Baker's Bundle (DIGITAL BUNDLE)

Learn how to make beautiful and better-than-the-bakery homemade cakes and cupcakes in just one afternoon!

Save your money and learn how to create your own charming treats in your own kitchen!

After exploring this bundle, you'll...

--Have more than TWENTY-FIVE American buttercream recipes at your fingertips to pair with any cake or cupcake flavor you choose. --Feel confident in your ability to make perfect buttercream frosting every single time. --Harness the best way to practice and perfect your skills before ever putting frosting onto a cake or cupcake. --Be able to create show-stopping desserts with and without piping and decorating tools. --Learn everything you need to know about cake and cupcake decorating basics in under an hour (an in-person class often takes several hours).

Original price was: $378.91.Current price is: $57.00.

In this class, you will learn the basics of assembling and decorating multi-layered cakes, including the proper way to add a filling between layers of a stacked cake. This class is geared toward beginners, but is appropriate for anyone who wants to level up their basic cake assembly skills and learn some simple piped border techniques.

For this class, you will need, at minimum:

  1. Two (2) (or more) cooled cake layers
  2. Three (3) cups of frosting
  3. A rubber spatula
  4. A serrated knife or cake leveler
  5. An offset spatula (ideally a small one for 6” or large one for larger cakes)
  6. A cake turntable
  7. A bench scraper

If you want to learn some simple decorating skills, you will need:

  1. Sprinkles
  2. A cake stand
  3. A plate to practice your piping skills on
  4. Piping bags + couplers + piping tips
  5. Scissors

Lessons

How To Assemble a 3-Layer Cake

Length: 3 minutesAuthor: Lynn April

In this video, you’ll learn how to stack a 3+ layer cake. If you want to add a filling, please refer to the next section (How To Assemble a 2-Layer Cake With A Filling).

How To Apply A Crumb Coat

Length: 3 minutesAuthor: Lynn April

Do you know what a crumb coat is? Some people swear by them, others never use them. I find them under-utilized and quite beneficial in cake decorating.

Final Thoughts

Length: 2 minutesAuthor: Lynn April

You did it! Way to go! In this video, you’ll find final thoughts and some ways to share your work with me.