The Naked Cake Workshop

Discover the beauty of simplicity with our Naked Cake Workshop, a hands-on experience focused on clean design, refined technique, and natural charm. Ideal for beginners and cake enthusiasts alike, this class guides you through each step of crafting a perfectly layered, elegantly rustic naked cake-complete with silky Italian buttercream and thoughtful decorative accents.

Cake Cutting & Leveling

Learn how to properly cut, trim, and level your cake layers for a stable structure.

Understand why precision and evenness matter for the exposed-layer naked cake style.

Tips for handling delicate layers and keeping everything symmetrical.

Italian Buttercream Making

Create smooth, luxurious Italian meringue buttercream from scratch.

Learn how temperature, whipping stages, and sugar syrup affect texture and stability.

Explore simple flavouring or tinting techniques (optional, subtle shades recommended for naked cakes).

Filling & Layering the Cake

Master how to fill your cake layers cleanly and evenly to achieve the signature “peek-through” effect.

Practice building height and structure while keeping the cake stable.

Learn how much buttercream to apply for the perfect minimal finish.

Designing the Naked Cake

Apply the signature semi-iced finish using controlled, elegant scraping techniques.

Learn styling methods to elevate the natural look-such as:

• Fresh florals (food-safe preparation)
• Minimalist piping details
• Seasonal fruits
• Decorative textures
• Tips for photographing your finished cake and presenting it beautifully.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll take home a stunning, modern naked cake that highlights both natural beauty and skilled craftsmanship. Join us for a minimalist cake-decorating experience that is simple, stylish, and delicious!

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