Fondant Cake Decorating Workshop
Learn how to cover a cake with smooth fondant in this beginner-friendly cake decorating workshop in Sydney. You will unlock the secrets behind fondant and ganache, learn how to achieve a smooth professional finish, and discover creative tips using low-cost tools and equipment found in most kitchens.
After learning how to apply rolled fondant, you will sculpt simple flower and leaf decorations to finish and present your cake beautifully.
Please note: Substitute ingredients cannot be provided for people with allergies.
Course Outline
- Introduction to rolled fondant and chocolate ganache, including how to colour your own fondant.
- Prepare, sandwich and mask a supplied 7-inch chocolate mud cake with ganache.
- Apply, smooth and polish rolled fondant, then create simple flower and leaf decorations.
Schedule & Pricing
- Saturday 6 June 2026, 10:00 AM–3:00 PM.
- Full price: $299, including GST where applicable.
- Class capacity is 10 participants; bookings are limited.
Accessibility
- This class is held in an upstairs room with access via approximately 20 steps.
- The lift is currently out of service, and there is no level access to the room.
Details
You will learn
- Cover a cake with rolled fondant for a smooth, polished finish
- Prepare and mask a chocolate mud cake with ganache
- Create simple fondant flower and leaf decorations
You will get
- All ingredients and a supplied 7-inch chocolate mud cake
- Use of fondant, ganache and decorating tools during class
- A decorated cake to take home in the provided cake box
Appropriate for
Beginners who want to learn basic cake decorating skills.
Preparation
What to bring
- An apron
- Closed-in shoes and long hair tied back
- Packed lunch, snacks and water if preferred
What to wear
Apron, closed-in shoes, and long hair tied back
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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