Grab your aprons and whisks! It’s time to craft some decadent desserts at these baking classes and studios in Hong Kong.
As much as Hong Kong is home to some top-notch cake shops, going the extra mile to bake something homemade for loved ones is a sweet surprise. You can master the techniques for all your favourite desserts at these baking classes and studios in Hong Kong. (Plus, this is a super cute date idea when it’s pouring outside.)
Best baking classes and studios in Hong Kong
1. Bakebe
Sure, we’ve all heard of co-working spaces, but a co-baking space? Bakebe is the first of its kind in Hong Kong. Here, you never have to worry about lagging behind or the instructor not giving you enough attention – the steps are all taught via the Bakebe App! With all the ingredients and tools provided by Bakebe, you just need to get your hands in the dough to make the prettiest cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and more, ranging in five levels of difficulty. It’s better to book in advance than to walk-in – gotta make sure you get a spot!
Bakebe, Shop 170, L1, Mira Place 2, 118-130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 3165 8279
2. Lazy Baking Studio
You know when you see the trendiest, prettiest cakes on social media and you have the urge to recreate it? Lazy Baking Studio will make your dreams reality, with instructors guiding you through every step in perfecting your own signature buttercream goodness! You can even book private classes, or rent out the venue for super special baking extravaganzas with friends.
Lazy Baking Studio, Room 904, 9/F, Wing Hing Industrial Building, 14 Hing Yip Street, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong, p. 9067 7056
3. Bake It Easy
Kids will particularly enjoy baking it out at this studio as no idea is too far fetched to bring to life! Decorate your buttercream cakes with your favourite figurines and objects and you can even spruce it up with LED lights. You can also make your own smash cakes and we know kids love them! Oh, and go ham on that drip (y’know the trend that’s everywhere on social media). Following the concept of a co-baking space, you will be given a tablet to follow instructions and all ingredients are provided.
Bake It Easy, Shop 607, New Treasure Centre, 10 Ng Fong Street, San Po Kong, Hong Kong, p. 6732 5740
4. Twinkle Garden
Piping, piping, piping! It’s not only one of the most satisfying processes of baking but it’s also where you get to experiment with techniques. Korean flower piping may not be the easiest but it’s worth all the effort – the masterpiece at the end looks so classy and exquisite! At Twinkle Garden you can master the arts of buttercream frosting and wafer flower piping to create realistic looking edible flowers. You can sign up for either a group class or private class. Private classes are slightly more expensive but it’s one-on-one and offers greater flexibility in timing.
Twinkle Garden, Flat 9, 11/F, Trendy Centre, 682 Castle Peak Road, Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong, p. 9629 4142
5. Little Miss Macaron
Founder Anita’s baking journey started off when her husband gave her a hand-mixer for Christmas back in 2009. From opening her own bakery to now hosting her own baking classes, Anita loves sharing her love for baking at Little Miss Macarons. With workshops for brand and corporate events as well as crafty birthday bashes, Anita will guide you through the art of macarons. There are many ideas you can use to decorate your macarons – draw a cute snowflake or stick a nose and two eyes to transform it into your favourite animal. Place your delicate macarons on a tower or as decoration on top of cakes and voila!
Learn more about Little Miss Macarons online.
6. ABC Cooking Studio
In business since 1985, ABC Cooking Studio originated in Shizuoka, Japan and has expanded to 15 countries in Asia. Courses teach you how to craft traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) and there are basic classes on cake or bread making. They also offer cooking classes for those opting for savoury bites. Lessons operate with a maximum of four people per class to ensure ample support is provided to all those attending.
ABC Cooking Studio, Shop 108-109, 1/F, K11 Art Mall, 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, p. 2336 7022
7. Home Baking Day
A co-baking concept from Taiwan, Home Baking Day will have you whipping up a storm. Provided with ample ingredients and a tablet, you’ll have everything you need to succeed as a star baker. Simply pick out what you want to create from the menu such as cakes, tarts, and macarons. No matter your experience and any time constraints you have, Home Baking Day will have the perfect recipe for you.
Home Baking Day has multiple locations across Hong Kong.
8. The Mixing Bowl
Got some little bakers in the family? Consider enrolling them in the Junior Baker courses at The Mixing Bowl. You can sign up for many different baking classes here, from scones to macarons to traditional Hong Kong baking. This is a great place to develop your baking skills, try out a hobby with friends, or discover a passion you didn’t know you had.
The Mixing Bowl, 23/F, The Pemberton, 22–26 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, p. 2524 0001
9. Biteunite
From making iconic Cantonese meals to beautifully piped cupcakes, Biteunite hosts a wide array of baking classes, with its shared kitchen emphasising camaraderie. Beyond the lessons, the studio has evolved its concept into a hub for strengthening group dynamics and fortifying team bonds through cooking. If you’re in search of hands-on (and delicious) team building activities, consider signing up to bake some rainbow cake pops or apple pies here!
Biteunite, G/F, 15 Lung On Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, p. 2366 3231
10. Towngas Cooking Centre
Established in 1977 by the Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, Towngas Cooking Centre has been promoting the joy of cooking for decades. In a state-of-the-art facility, skilled instructors offer hands-on classes for local and international cuisines, pastries, and desserts, as well as parent-child courses. For those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, head over to Towngas Cooking Centre for one-stop cooking and baking classes in Hong Kong.
Towngas Cooking Centre, 9/F, Lee Theatre, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, p. 2576 1535
[This article was originally published in August 2021 and updated in 2024 by Min Ji Park.]
