Learning to bake is a piece of cake (excuse the pun) – just let the pros show you how at one of these baking classes in Singapore.
Do you often experience baking envy, but you’re not even sure how to operate the oven? Don’t just fall back on the nearest cafe in your neighbourhood for ready-made pastries just yet. Learn how to make yourself a sweet treat made from scratch or get the whole office together for a team-bonding sesh at these great baking classes and studios around Singapore. You don’t have to reach for the cake mix ever again…
Best baking classes in Singapore
1. Abc Cooking Studio Singapore
Don’t have any baking experience at all? Have no fear. These folks are warm, welcoming and eager to pass down their skills and knowledge. From artisanal bread to intricate buttercream cakes to traditional Japanese wagashi, you’ll pick up tips and tricks to make exquisite desserts and pastries (that you can easily replicate from the comfort of home). Not sure if you like baking enough to commit to a full-length course? Sign up for a trial lesson to learn more about the studio and simply have fun!
Abc Cooking Studio Singapore, multiple locations including Funan Mall and Takashimaya
2. Bells Baking Studio
If you’ve got time to spare, consider picking up one of the eight-day baking classes here. We love that they cover a range of classic and modern recipes, from old school lemon pound cakes to more complicated sakura mochi buns. Trust us when we say you’ll soon be churning out top-notch cakes, cookies, bread and tarts like a pro!
Bells Baking Studio, multiple locations including International Plaza and Suntec City
3. The Little Things
The Little Things holds baking classes in Singapore tailored specifically for the little ones in your life! It aims to shape self-savvy children, teaching them the skills they need to whip up full meals and treats independently. Kids will find these lessons fun and enriching (and probably won’t be complaining about all the raisin scones and hot cross biscuits they’ll get to eat right after).
The Little Things, 244N Upper Thomson Road, Singapore 574369
4. Nanatang
Live for cake? You’ll totally agree with Nanatang’s “cake is life” mantra. These baking classes are perfect for the home baker who wants to take his or her skills to the next level. Hone your piping skills, get artsy with buttercream or try your hand at airbrushing (the results are ah-mazing!) Or take things to the next level and book a masterclass with bakers from Korea, Vietnam and Turkey. Nanatang’s space is also available for conducting your own classes – cake-related or not – private parties and events.
Nanatang, 41 Kampong Bahru Road, Singapore 169358
5. Brettschneider’s Baking & Cooking School
Established by award-winning baker, patissier and the man behind Baker and Cook, Dean Brettschneider, the school aims to guide both amateur and professional cooks in the art of baking, offering courses such as basic bread baking and pastry-making. Want to customise a class for a group? The baking school also caters to children’s birthday parties and team building events that will turn your work fam into a baking squad. His bread is simply *chef’s kiss*.
Brettschneider’s Baking & Cooking School, 1 Greendale Avenue, Singapore 289495
6. Gra Baking Academy
Wanna bake something other than cake? Join Gra Baking Academy for artisan bread, flatbread, basic sandwich loaves or puff pastry classes. The recipes created with everyday ingredients in your pantry (no fancy-schmancy tags) are easy for any home baker. It also offers four baking classes that are claimable by Skills Future credits (a movement that provides locals with opportunities to develop a preferred skill).
Gra Baking Academy, #01-06, Choon Kim House, 780 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534649
7. Tott
Whether it’s cooking, baking or hosting, Tott has got you covered. Put your skills to the test in the state-of-the-art cooking studios complete with quality brands. You can even get all your cooking and baking equipment right here. Its baking classes in Singapore include everything from pandan yam mousse cake (classy, we know), durian fudge cake and rainbow chiffon cakes.
Tott, multiple locations including Suntec City and Century Square
8. Vanilla Bean SG
Fetch oohs and aahs with gorgeous 3D jelly art floral cakes and agar agar. The designs may look intricate but opt for the beginner baking class and rest assured they’ll teach everything. You’ll be rewarded in the form of IG-worthy cakes that are just as delicious.
Vanilla Bean SG, #02-11, [email protected], 767 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534635
9. Palate Sensations
Extend your skills to local kuehs and Asian pastries like Hokkaido cheesecake tarts, kueh lapis, ang ku kueh and kueh dadar gulung. The massive kitchen boasts a space of 2000 sq ft, accommodating up to 75 people. The baking classes range from two to four hours to five-day comprehensive modular classes.
Palate Sensations, #01-03, Chromos, 10 Biopolis Road, Singapore 138670 (Opposite Buona Vista MRT and MOE Building)
10. Creative Culinaire
No matter if you’re a pro or a beginner in the kitchen, there’s bound to be something for you at Creative Culinaire. The list of baking classes is pretty extensive: there are seasonal ones for Mid-Autumn Festival (mooncakes) and Christmas. Plus, classic ones like chocolate and bread making classes.
Creative Culinaire, #01-03/04, Eng Hoon Mansions, 17 Eng Hoon Street, Singapore 169767
11. RedMan Shop by Phoon Huat
This wildly popular homegrown brand should pop into your head when you think of places to go for baking supplies, but did you know it also offers baking classes? There’s a class almost every day of the month. And there’s no end to the things you can learn to make – from a banana pound cake with butterscotch to Japanese baked cheese tarts.
RedMan Shop by Phoon Huat, available at Downtown East, Sims Lane and The Star Vista
12. Bake King
It’s not just hands-on fun at Bake King’s classes. You’ll also dive deep into the science of baking (read: what makes a good cake, and the importance of precision when it comes to ingredients). These folks also offer classes for kids so you can definitely make this a family activity!
Bake King, #01-363/365, Block 10 Haig Road, Singapore 430010
13. BakinCalf
Make your cake, kueh and traditional dessert dreams come true at BakinCalf’s classes. You’ll be taught how to make the most adorable designs at the hands-on workshops, but be sure to register early because seats sell out fast.
BakinCalf, Block 257, Yishun Ring Road (full address will be provided once registration is confirmed)
14. BakeFresh Studio
Founded by Jane, Brenda and Penny (a passionate trio of self-taught bakers with years of baking experience), BakeFresh Studio is your go-to spot to pick up a skill or two on baking techniques and learn more about the fine art of baking. What will you learn here? Party fruit tarts, strawberry cakes, cartoon butter cookies – just to name a few.
BakeFresh Studio, #02-42, Blk 1 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, Singapore 082001
15. Baker’s Brew
Something’s brewing at this baking studio! It offers interactive baking classes ranging from novice level for beginners to advanced level for experienced bakers looking to polish their skills. Participants will be able to bake delish treats like artisanal bread, tarts, cakes and traditional kuehs with the help of the baking pros. After a baking session, you can bring home your masterpieces for a tasting with the fam!
Baker’s Brew, located at multiple locations including Sembawang, Upper Thomson and Paragon
16. Chantilly Culinary Studio
Want to know the secrets of creating a masterpiece that’s just too pretty to eat? Roll up your sleeves and let Chantilly Culinary Studio hone your skills in baking and decorating cakes, pastries and bread. Bring along your little chefs for its parent and child baking workshops, too. You’ll be taught the basics of baking from scratch while using child-friendly kitchen equipment – with supervision, of course! There are also separate courses for juniors and domestic helpers, and our Muslim friends need not worry, ‘cos all ingredients used are halal.
Chantilly Culinary Studio, 21 Simon Road, Singapore 545907
17. Butter & Bake
Baking classes are on hold due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Baking isn’t just about throwing something in the oven. It’s a great way to bond with someone, a handy skill to pick up and it’s even therapeutic for some. These folks know what’s up. Staying away from generic step-by-step classes, Butter & Bake adds a fun element in all classes. We’re saving this one for a hen’s party or for our next team-building day at work…
Butter & Bake, Yayoi Victory Centre, 110 Lorong 23 Geylang, Singapore 388410
18. Cakeaholic
Recently closed.
Raise your hand if you’re a cakeaholic and have a thing for vibrant colours. Enter this super cute baking studio in Singapore that offers baking and cake decor classes. Put your baking skills to the test with unique holiday specials, cake doughnuts and punny cookies.
Cakeaholic, #01-03, Mox @ Katong Point, 451 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427664
Excited to sign up for these baking classes in Singapore? Let’s get cracking.
