Let's Bake Cakes: A Cake Baking Course
In this 4 week course your student will learn to bake and decorate 4 different cakes from scratch. These cakes are perfect for any special occasion or holiday season.
Athalia Lyons
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What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
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A certificate of completion is offered.Class Experience
In this 4-week video course, your student will learn to make and decorate 4 popular holiday cakes from scratch! Your student will be able to help make these in time for holiday and special occasions. Lessons: Week 1: Chocolate Cake Week 2: Oreo Cookie Cheesecake Week 3: Coconut Cake Week 4: Red Velvet Cake In this class: 1. Your student will learn to bake a recipe from scratch. 2. Your student will become more confident in the kitchen and learn new techniques. 3. Baking involves learning and practicing measurement and math. 4. Your student will practice reading and following directions. 5. Your student will practice problem solving and creativity. Students will be encouraged to share pictures of the finished product with me in the classroom . If your student has any allergies, please contact me and I would be happy to provide you with a recipe with substitutions
Learning Goals
Your student will be able to help with dessert for seasonal gatherings this year.
1. Your student will learn to cook a recipe from scratch.
2. Your student will become more confident in the kitchen and learn new techniques.
3. Baking involves learning and practicing measurement and math.
4. Your student will practice reading and following directions.
5. Your student will practice problem solving and creativity.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Chocolate Cake
What is a chocolate cake and how is it made? n this lesson your student will learn how to make a Chocolate Cake from scratch. The student will also learn how to make a Chocolate buttercream to decorate their baked cake. Lesson 2:
Oreo Cookie Cheesecake
How to make a Cheesecake? In this lesson your student will learn how to make an Oreo Cookie Cheesecake. Lesson 3:
Coconut Cake
In this lesson your student will learn about the Creaming Method of making cakes. Your student will learn how to bake and decorate a coconut cake. Lesson 4:
Red Velvet Cake
In this lesson your student will make, assemble and decorate their own Red Velvet Cake. Other Details
Parental Guidance
While kitchen safety will be addressed, parental supervision is recommended for students who are not familiar with the use of the oven, stove top, knives and other kitchen equipment we will use.
If your student has any allergies and you need a recipe with substitutions, please contact me for a personalized recipe.
Supply List
The video, recipe and supply list will be posted with each lesson. The supply list will list everything your student needs to have in place to have a successful class. For example, gathering ingredients, bowls, baking dishes, measuring cups etc. Usually these items are already in your kitchen. This is called Mise En Place and I would list this on each recipe for class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined July, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia
Associate's Degree from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Miramar, Florida
I enjoy baking and cooking in my kitchen. I also enjoy sharing my knowledge with kids, including my own elementary school son. Baking and Cooking are one of our favorite classes to do together in our homeschool.
My second degree is in Culinary Arts and I graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Miami. Since graduation, some of my industry experience includes cooking at a Disney Resort as well as Catering for Aramark. I have also owned my own catering and cake business. I have taught cooking and baking classes to both adults and kids online and in person.
I am so excited to be able to share my knowledge and look forward to seeing your student in class! Reviews
Self-Paced Class
$15
weekly or $60 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 9-14
