Do I need baking experience to attend?

No prior baking experience is necessary; this workshop is designed for beginners and experienced bakers alike.

Can I customize the cake I make?

Yes, you can choose colors and decorations to personalize your cake during the class.

Will I take my cake home?

Absolutely! You'll leave with your own decorated 4-inch cake.

Are there any dietary restrictions accommodated?

Please inform us in advance if you have allergies or dietary restrictions; we can adapt ingredients where possible.

Is there an age limit?

This class is suitable for ages 12 and up; minors should be accompanied by an adult.

How many participants are in each session?

Classes typically have up to 8 participants to ensure personalized attention.

Cake Decorating Workshop at Bettie's Chicago: Sweet Creativity Unleashed | Food Tour | Workshop

Located in the vibrant city of Chicago, Baker Bettie offers an engaging hands-on cake decorating experience in a professional kitchen setting. Led by head chef Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman, this workshop is perfect for aspiring bakers eager to learn the art of cake design. Over 2.5 hours, participants gain confidence in fundamental techniques like leveling, stacking, and piping with silky meringue buttercream. The most rewarding part? Crafting a personal 4-inch layered cake to take home, transforming your baking skills into a delicious masterpiece.

Chicago, known for its lively food scene and rich architectural history, provides a dynamic backdrop for this creative culinary adventure. Baker Bettie’s workshop not only builds technical skills but also offers insight into professional baking practices, all within a welcoming environment that caters to beginners and seasoned bakers alike. The studio features top-quality tools and ingredients, fostering an optimal learning space where - every swirl and layer - feels like a step closer to pastry perfection.

This class is ideal for those looking to add a homemade touch to celebrations or deepen their love for baking. Whether you're a local or visiting the Windy City, this workshop provides a fun, practical, and tasty way to spend part of your day, with lasting skills to impress friends and family.

Baker Bettie’s Chicago location is conveniently situated, making it a must-visit for culinary enthusiasts eager to elevate their baking game. From the first mixing to the final piped flourish, you’ll leave with not just a cake but also renewed confidence in your baking abilities.

About Bettie's Chicago

Bettie's Chicago is a hands-on bakery and cooking studio in Chicago led by head chef Kristin “Baker Bettie” Hoffman. The studio offers a wide range of classes, workshops, and take-and-bake options for home bakers, food lovers, and groups. Participants learn techniques for breads, pastries, pies, and savory dishes with a focus on practical skills, approachable recipes, and small class sizes that enable personalized instruction.

Classes include introductions to bread baking, sourdough intensives, focaccia art, French breads, artisan pizza, homemade pasta, and seasonal favorites like pumpkin cinnamon rolls and apple cider donuts. Specialty workshops cover cookie pickups, cupcake and cake decorating, macaron making, and multi-day sourdough courses for intermediate bakers. Private events and corporate team-building sessions are also available by request.

Bettie's Chicago emphasizes hands-on learning: students mix, knead, shape, and bake during sessions and often take finished products home. The studio highlights ingredient quality, clear step-by-step guidance, and reproducible recipes so attendees can recreate results at home. Classes specify age recommendations and duration, and many allow dietary accommodations or vegan-friendly options.

The business is suitable for beginners through experienced bakers seeking focused technique work or creative culinary experiences. Reviews and event listings on reputable city guides and The Adventure Collective spotlight consistent class offerings and seasonal specialties. Booking information, class schedules, and pre-order pickup options are available through the studio’s online listings and partner platforms.

Gift certificates, group discounts, and private lesson packages make Bettie's Chicago a flexible option for celebrations, team building, and hands-on culinary education across skill levels.