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Learning objectives

Learn to bake the perfect cupcake the right way! with dozens of cupcake flavors, fillings, frosting and decorations all from scratch.
Learn all the various techniques of preparing and baking cupcakes.
Work on amazing fillings and toppings such as pastry cream, lemon curd, chocolate ganache, caramel and many more.
Learn the classic italian and swiss buttercream frosting method, in addition to innovative new frostings like whipped ganache and more.

Explore all the basic piping techniques and the correct way of creating them.
Create professionally looking fondant toppers such as a cute unicorn, smiley emoji, roses and many more.
Use different techniques to create show stopping decorations such as candied lemons, chocolate soil, hard candy and many more.
Learn all the tips and tricks and what to avoid while baking the perfect cupcake.

Learn to bake the perfect cupcake the right way! with dozens of cupcake flavors, fillings, frosting and decorations all from scratch.
Learn all the various techniques of preparing and baking cupcakes.
Work on amazing fillings and toppings such as pastry cream, lemon curd, chocolate ganache, caramel and many more.
Learn the classic italian and swiss buttercream frosting method, in addition to innovative new frostings like whipped ganache and more.
Explore all the basic piping techniques and the correct way of creating them.
Create professionally looking fondant toppers such as a cute unicorn, smiley emoji, roses and many more.
Use different techniques to create show stopping decorations such as candied lemons, chocolate soil, hard candy and many more.
Learn all the tips and tricks and what to avoid while baking the perfect cupcake.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this brief lecture Meytal explains the process of this course and the teaching method behind it.

Before we start baking

Learn which tools you will require during this course and how to use them appropriately.

Baking cupcakes is easy if you master all the tricks and tips to the perfect cupcake, especially when you know what to be carful of and what to avoid doing. In this lecture you will learn what not to do while preparing and baking your cupcake.

The basics of cupcake

This basic yet fundamental cupcake is a most-have in every baker's skills set. In this lecture you will learn how to make the perfect vanilla cupcake using one of the easiest baking techniques; the "one bowl" method.

Every cupcake needs a frosting on top. There are many techniques to pipe frosting in order to create various looks to your cupcake. In this lecture Meytal will demonstrate several piping techniques for you to learn and utilize on you next cupcake creation.

"Sesame street" cupcake

In this lecture you will learn how to bake this delicious and moist banana cupcake using caramelized bananas to increase the moistness. You will learn the "creaming and French meringue" cupcake making technique.

Create the perfect filling to your banana cupcake with this easy-to-follow lecture.

Every baker most know how to make this fundamental frosting, which is always useful on every cupcake. Get the ins and outs of how to prepare this buttercream frosting and how to do it successfully. Learn what to avoid and be careful of during this process so you will never get a runny buttercream again.

Coloring butter cream is not as easy as it sounds. Meytal will share with you her secrets to the perfect coloring technique.

In this lecture you will learn how to create three known characters from sesame street in the shape of a cupcake. You will utilize the piping techniques you have learnt in early lectures as well as decorations to match. To make the fondant decorations you can refer to the sugar paste intro and emoji lectures.

Valentine's day cupcake

The ultimate decadent cupcake. This winner of a recipe will blow your mind with how easy it is to make. This "two bowls mixing method" is a lazy baker's dream with a stunning, fail proof results.

Much like the classic Italian meringue butter cream, the swiss meringue butter cream needs to be prepared with extra care and meytal is here to show you exactly how to make this frosting and never fail at it again! This time we will be adding a flavor of dark chocolate to accompaniment our extra loving valentine's day cupcake.

A most have in any bakers' skills set. This classic confection is incredibly useful to learn and Meytal will teach you the professional chef's way of preparing this pastry staple.

Chocolate decorations are endless fun. They are also incredibly useful in decorating cupcakes easily but with a wow factor. In this lecture Meytal will teach you how to work with chocolate, how to color it and chocolate piping techniques. After you acquire this skill, the sky is the limits in all your future creations.

Learn how to use all the ingredients to assemble the final cupcake, a perfect gift for your valentine.

Lemon meringue cupcake

This tangy and zesty cupcake is going to become your all-time favorite. Find out how to prepare this cupcake using the most common cupcake making method, "the creaming method".

Who does not like a good lemon curd? This perfection of a filling will be useful not only for a variety of cupcakes but on many other confections you would like to make.

As strange as it might sound these candied lemon peels are a crowd pleaser, even among children. Find out how to prepare these and use them as a fancy natural décor.

You cannot have a lemon cupcake without a French meringue. This easy to do frosting adds a bit of sweetness to our lemony cupcakes making it a play on lemon meringue pie.

Popcorn cupcake

Not all cupcakes are created equal. This one is deceivingly simply but the secret ingredient (it is brown sugar, shhh don't tell anyone) uplifts a simple cupcake to the level of royalty.

To fit our queen of a cupcake we need the king. This frosting is a modern type of frosting that will be useful for much more then just cupcakes. A more delicate and light approach to frosting that is taking over the cupcake world by storm.

Preparing caramel is tricky. Who has not burnt a few in their time? Well, no more! Meytal will show you exactly how to make this amazing sauce so you will never be afraid of caramel again.

No more store-bought caramelized popcorn. Learn how to make this awesome unique cupcake décor. Do not forget to make sure you leave a few on the side for a snack.

This cool looking, modern cupcake is going to be all the rave at your next party. You're welcome :)

Campfire cupcake

This modern-day classic is a twist on a chocolate cupcake with a few interesting ingredients. Learn the best recipe for a stunning result.

Learn another type of filling, this time a twist on the classic cream cheese frosting.

Ready for some magic? Because we got you covered. Learn this awesome trick to making edible soil that will wow anyone tasting it.

You cannot have a campfire cupcake without fire. No, not real fire. Much cooler then that (no pun intended). Learn this incredible new skill of candy making that will blow (pun intended this time) your mind. Much like all the other skills you will learn in this course, once you know the method, you will be able to utilize it and create your own amazing decorations on your own.

Time to assemble this gorgeous, impressive cupcake and pick up another skill along the way by learning the 2-tone swirl piping technique.

Sugar paste introduction

Sugar paste work (also known as fondant) is a vital skill that takes hours of practice to perfect. This course is not a sugar paste course but, in this lecture, you will learn the basics of working with sugar paste, the difference between that and gum paste, which type you will use in this course, the tools needed for sugar paste work and all the tips and tricks. Even if you have never worked with sugar paste before, after this lecture you will be able to create many decorations that will upgrade any cupcake.

Emoji cupcake

Learn how to create a marble effect cupcake in this lecture.

This is the most basic, commonly use type of cream in any patisserie. Every pastry chef from beginner to export know how to make this cream. Learn this fundamental filling the way professional pastry chefs make it.

Come on bakers. Do you believe in emoji? 'Cause meytal got something to teach about it. Express yourself with these cute emoji cupcake toppers so you will never be lost for words again.

Celebrations cupcake

Learn yet another typical cupcake filling with this easy to make confit recipe.

Learn how to create stunning sugar paste decorations such as a rose, bowtie, ruffles, working with icing, piping, stenciling and more.

Unicorn cupcake

This trendy cupcake is more then just fun, it a party in a cupcake! Learn how to create this confetti look with no mess and fuss.

no cupcake or gum paste course will be complete without the all mighty unicorn. This trend found its way into our lives a few years ago and is refusing to leave ever since. Improve your cupcake makers skills and learn how to create this adorable little creature, and his trusty sidekick, the rainbow. Don’t be scared, you are totally ready to do this!

In this section of the course students will be able to learn how to replace dairy and eggs in existing recipes to create a vegan pastry. Which ingredients to use, the quantities and how they work.

Learn how to replace dairy products such as: milk, buttermilk, sour cream, cream, and butter in existing recipes with vegan options.

Learn how to replace eggs in existing recipes with vegan options.

Bonus

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Covers basics of cupcake making and includes hands-on labs for learners to gain practical experience

Provides comprehensive instructions for making 7 different cupcake flavors, 4 frostings, 4 fillings, and various decorations

Guides learners through avoiding common mistakes in cupcake baking, increasing their chances of success

Includes a variety of video lessons, readings, and demonstrations, providing learners with diverse learning materials

Suitable for both beginners who want to learn the basics and intermediate learners seeking to enhance their baking skills

Covers advanced techniques such as sugar work, chocolate decorations, and fondant toppers, expanding learners' skillset

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in All About Cupcakes with these activities:

Read *The Cake Bible* by Rose Levy Beranbaum

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This book is a comprehensive guide to cake baking and will help you master the basics of cake making. It covers everything from choosing the right ingredients to decorating your cakes.

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Read the book from cover to cover.
Make notes of any recipes or techniques that you want to try.
Try out some of the recipes and techniques that you learned.

Watch video tutorials on cupcake baking techniques

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There are many great video tutorials available online that can teach you how to make cupcakes. Watching these tutorials can help you learn new techniques and improve your skills.

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Search for video tutorials on cupcake baking techniques.
Watch the tutorials and take notes on any tips or tricks that you learn.
Try out some of the techniques that you learned.

Join a cupcake baking group or online forum

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Joining a cupcake baking group or online forum can help you connect with other bakers and learn from their experiences.

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Search for cupcake baking groups or online forums.
Join the group or forum and participate in discussions.
Share your own tips and tricks with other members.

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Create a compilation of your favorite cupcake recipes

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Creating a compilation of your favorite cupcake recipes will help you keep track of your favorite recipes and make it easy to find them when you want to bake.

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Gather your favorite cupcake recipes from various sources.
Organize the recipes in a binder or digital file.
Use the compilation to plan your future cupcake baking projects.

Practice baking different types of cupcakes

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Practice is the key to success in any skill, and baking is no exception. The more you practice baking cupcakes, the better you will become at it.

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Choose a few different cupcake recipes to try.
Follow the recipes carefully and make sure to measure your ingredients accurately.
Bake the cupcakes and let them cool completely.
Frost the cupcakes with your favorite frosting.

Create a portfolio of your best cupcakes

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A portfolio of your best cupcakes will showcase your skills and creativity. It can also be used to promote your business if you are selling cupcakes.

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Bake your best cupcakes.
Take high-quality photos of your cupcakes.
Create a portfolio website or social media page to showcase your cupcakes.

Enter a cupcake baking competition

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Entering a cupcake baking competition can be a great way to test your skills and get feedback from experienced bakers.

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Find a cupcake baking competition to enter.
Bake your best cupcakes.
Enter your cupcakes in the competition.

Mentor a new cupcake baker

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Mentoring a new cupcake baker can help you reinforce your own skills and knowledge while also helping someone else learn.

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Find a new cupcake baker who is interested in learning from you.
Set up a regular meeting time to work with your mentee.
Provide your mentee with guidance and support.

Contribute to an open-source cupcake baking project

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Contributing to an open-source cupcake baking project can help you learn more about cupcake baking and share your knowledge with others.

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Find an open-source cupcake baking project to contribute to.
Read the project documentation and familiarize yourself with the codebase.
Make a contribution to the project.

Career center

Learners who complete All About Cupcakes will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Pastry Chef

All About Cupcakes provides a solid foundation for Pastry Chefs. This course will help learners master the art of cupcake-making, including how to bake seven different cupcake flavors, prepare four types of frostings, pipe frosting, make four types of fillings, work with chocolate, create fondant and gum paste decorations, experiment with sugar work, and create stunning natural decorations. These are all fundamental skills required for a successful career as a Pastry Chef.

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Cake Decorator

Cake Decorators will find All About Cupcakes to be a highly relevant course, as it provides comprehensive training in all aspects of cupcake decorating. Students will learn advanced piping techniques, chocolate work, fondant and gum paste work, and sugar work techniques. They will also learn how to create beautiful natural decorations such as candied fruit and caramelized popcorn.

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Baker

A Baker can use the skills and knowledge gained in All About Cupcakes to help them bake delicious cupcakes from scratch. This course can help students avoid common cupcake baking mistakes as well as learn how to create beautiful decorations for their cupcakes using sugar paste, gum paste, fondant, and other techniques discussed in the course.

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Culinary Arts Teacher

Baking instructors will benefit from the in-depth training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills provided in All About Cupcakes. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge will help future instructors provide comprehensive training to their own students.

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Food Stylist

Food Stylists may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it teaches students how to create visually appealing cupcakes using a variety of techniques. The course covers everything from baking the perfect cupcake to creating beautiful decorations using fondant, gum paste, sugar, and natural ingredients. This knowledge can help Food Stylists create eye-catching food displays for magazines, cookbooks, and other publications.

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Recipe Developer

Recipe Developers can benefit from the comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills provided in All About Cupcakes. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge will help future Recipe Developers create delicious and visually appealing cupcake recipes.

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Caterer

Caterers may find All About Cupcakes to be a useful resource, as it provides training on how to bake and decorate cupcakes in a professional setting. The course covers a variety of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Caterers create delicious and visually appealing cupcakes for their clients.

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Personal Chef

Personal Chefs who specialize in baking may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge will help Personal Chefs create delicious and visually appealing cupcakes for their clients.

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Food Blogger

Food Bloggers may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it teaches students how to create visually appealing cupcakes using a variety of techniques. The course covers everything from baking the perfect cupcake to creating beautiful decorations using fondant, gum paste, sugar, and natural ingredients. This knowledge can help Food Bloggers create eye-catching content for their blogs and social media channels.

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Cupcake Business Owner

Individuals who want to start their own cupcake business may find All About Cupcakes to be a very useful resource, as it provides comprehensive training on all aspects of cupcake making and decoration. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help aspiring Cupcake Business Owners create a successful and profitable business.

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Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Managers who oversee pastry operations may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Restaurant Managers ensure that their pastry chefs are producing high-quality cupcakes.

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Executive Chef

Executive Chefs who oversee pastry operations may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Executive Chefs ensure that their pastry chefs are producing high-quality cupcakes.

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Sous Chef

Sous Chefs who work in pastry kitchens may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Sous Chefs support their pastry chefs and create delicious and visually appealing cupcakes.

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Pastry Cook

Pastry Cooks may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Pastry Cooks create delicious and visually appealing cupcakes.

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Confectioner

Confectioners who specialize in making cupcakes may find All About Cupcakes to be useful, as it provides comprehensive training on cupcake making techniques and decoration skills. The course covers a wide range of topics, including baking seven different cupcake flavors, preparing four types of frostings, piping frosting, making four types of fillings, working with chocolate, creating fondant and gum paste decorations, experimenting with sugar work, and creating stunning natural decorations. This knowledge can help Confectioners create delicious and visually appealing cupcakes.

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