Master the Art of Layering and Filling Cakes – A Step-by-Step Guide
In this comprehensive class, you’ll learn how to properly cut, layer, and fill cakes to achieve a perfectly straight and structured result, ready for ganache or buttercream. I’ll be teaching three different methods for layering and filling, ensuring you find the technique that works best for you:
✔️ Freehand Method – Traditional stacking for a clean, professional finish
✔️ Double Barrel Method – Ideal for creating super tall cakes with stability
✔️ Acetate Method – Perfect for smaller, tall mini cakes and beginners who need extra support
You’ll also learn how to properly hold and use a spatula for smooth, even layers—plus common mistakes to avoid.
Throughout the tutorial, I’ll highlight the importance of cake dams (and what can be used to create them), the best buttercream consistency for filling, whether simple syrup is necessary, and many other key techniques to elevate your cake game.
I also cover crumb coating in detail, showing you how to apply a smooth, even layer to lock in crumbs and create a flawless base for your final coating.
This 1-hour, information-packed class is designed to enhance your skills and build your confidence, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker. Get ready to level up your cakes!
Master the Art of Layering and Filling Cakes – A Step-by-Step Guide
In this comprehensive class, you’ll learn how to properly cut, layer, and fill cakes to achieve a perfectly straight and structured result, ready for ganache or buttercream. I’ll be teaching three different methods for layering and filling, ensuring you find the technique that works best for you:
✔️ Freehand Method – Traditional stacking for a clean, professional finish
✔️ Double Barrel Method – Ideal for creating super tall cakes with stability
✔️ Acetate Method – Perfect for smaller, tall mini cakes and beginners who need extra support
You’ll also learn how to properly hold and use a spatula for smooth, even layers—plus common mistakes to avoid.
Throughout the tutorial, I’ll highlight the importance of cake dams (and what can be used to create them), the best buttercream consistency for filling, whether simple syrup is necessary, and many other key techniques to elevate your cake game.
I also cover crumb coating in detail, showing you how to apply a smooth, even layer to lock in crumbs and create a flawless base for your final coating.
This 1-hour, information-packed class is designed to enhance your skills and build your confidence, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced baker. Get ready to level up your cakes!
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