In this workshop students will learn how to create a stunning Bento Box filled with 5 delightful butterfly cakes and a beautifully decorated five-inch sponge cake. Suitable for beginners or seasoned bakers, all are welcome to join this hands-on activity.

Cake Baking and Decorating – Bento Box

Course Description

Create your own beautifully styled bento cake box in this hands-on baking and decorating workshop. 

Perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts alike, this class will guide you through the process of making a charming collection of sweet treats, including a decorated five-inch sponge cake and five delicate butterfly cakes. 

You’ll learn essential techniques to build, fill and decorate cakes with confidence, while creating a cohesive and visually appealing set.

Throughout the workshop, you’ll develop practical skills in cake preparation, cream whipping and stabilising, colouring icing and piping decorative finishes. 

With step-by-step guidance, you’ll learn how to split, layer and decorate a sponge cake, as well as transform cupcakes into elegant butterfly cakes. 

By the end of the session, you’ll take home a stunning bento box filled with your handmade creations, ready to enjoy or gift.

All materials will be provided and are included in the course fee.

Course Structure

The session begins with an introduction to equipment, including stand mixers and essential baking tools. 

Students will then work in small groups to prepare and bake cupcakes, following a guided recipe and learning key baking techniques. 

A demonstration will introduce the process of preparing a sponge cake, including cutting, filling, layering and decorating.

Participants will then apply these techniques by assembling and decorating their own five-inch sponge cake. 

This is followed by a demonstration on creating butterfly cakes, after which students will cut, fill and decorate their own cupcakes. 

The session concludes with guidance on arranging and presenting the cakes in a bento box, ensuring a cohesive and polished final result.

Course Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the basic techniques for baking cupcakes and sponge cakes
• Use stand mixers and baking equipment safely and effectively
• Split, layer and fill a sponge cake
• Whip and stabilise cream for decorating
• Colour icing and apply simple piping techniques
• Create butterfly cakes from cupcakes
• Decorate cakes with a cohesive design style
• Assemble and present a finished bento cake box
• Recreate the recipes and techniques at home with confidence.