NY Cake Academy
Classes in NYC
NY Cake Academy, founded by renowned cake decorator Joan Mansour over 25 years ago, has evolved into a premier one-stop-shop in Manhattan for all baking needs. With a 5,000 square foot store, it offers a vast array of supplies, runs a cake decorating school, and is recognized for its excellence in the industry, earning accolades from ZAGAT and the New York Press.
107 classes with availability
Buttercream Essentials Certificate Series
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Tap into the artistry of buttercream mastery through our comprehensive certificate series. From perfecting cake assembly to creating stunning decorations, step into the versatility of this essential medium. Build expertise in various buttercream types and tap into your creativity with an array of piping techniques, tools, and decorative styles.
Nov 2nd
10am–2pm ET
Meets 5 Times
Jan 16th
12–12am ET
Geode Cake
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover the practices behind creating stunning marble patterns and carving cakes in this innovative fondant cake design class. Tap into your creativity as you learn how to craft your very own geode and build additional techniques that lift your designs to new heights. All equipment is provided, and you'll get to take your finished piece home with you.
Nov 19th
11am–1pm ET
Dec 9th
11am–1pm ET
Dec 15th
11am–1pm ET
Dec 31st
11am–1pm ET
Holiday Linzer Cookies
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Learn to make classic holiday Linzer cookies in this hands-on baking workshop. Prepare buttery dough, roll and cut festive shapes, create signature windowed tops, and fill your cookies with sweet fruit preserves. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and take home your freshly baked treats, perfect for sharing or gifting. Beginner-friendly and suitable for ages 14+.
Teens Apple Cider Doughnuts with hot apple cider & caramel apples
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Master a delicious lineup of autumn favorites in this hands-on baking experience for teen bakers. Make crispy apple cider doughnuts, gourmet caramel apples, spiced pumpkin rolls, and cozy hot apple cider while learning techniques like yeast baking, deep-frying, caramel dipping, and stovetop simmering. Build practical skills from scratch and take home your seasonal creations to share and enjoy.
Kid’s Apple Cider Doughnuts with hot apple cider & caramel apples
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Get ready for a paws-itively fun cupcake decorating class! In this hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to decorate cupcakes with colorful icing, fondant, and sweet details to create adorable cat faces. A creative session where your little ones can take home their purr-fectly decorated treats!
Nov 11th
9:30am–12:30pm ET
British Bake Off
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Step into the delightful world of British baking as you master two timeless desserts — tender, buttery scones and a stunning pavlova topped with fresh fruit. Learn expert techniques for perfect texture, balance, and presentation. A hands-on experience fit for any aspiring baker.
Chocolate Truffles
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover your chocolate-making potential with practical instruction in couverture chocolate. Master tempering skills and create delicious chocolate confections while learning the complexity of ganache. This sweet culinary journey satisfies your chocolate enthusiasm with expert guidance and hands-on practice.
Dec 3rd
11am–12pm ET
Dec 16th
11am–12pm ET
Croissant & Pain au Chocolat Workshop
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Master the art of French pastry in this hands-on croissant workshop. Learn to create flaky, buttery croissants and rich pain au chocolat from scratch using classic lamination techniques. With expert guidance, you’ll practice folding, shaping, and baking for bakery-quality results. Perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts alike!
Nov 19th
11am–2pm ET
Dec 8th
1:30–4:30pm ET
Dec 26th
11am–2pm ET
Jan 9th
11am–2pm ET
Thanksgiving Turkey Cake Pops
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create adorable turkey-shaped cake pops in this fun, hands-on Thanksgiving workshop. Learn to shape and dip cake pops, achieve smooth candy coatings, and build colorful turkey features using candy, pretzels, and piped chocolate. Add expressive faces with candy eyes and detailed piping while mastering beginner-friendly decorating techniques. Take home your festive creations to enjoy or share.
Snowman Macarons
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create adorable 3D snowman macarons in this festive, hands-on decorating workshop. Learn to pipe and bake double-lobed macaron shells, add creamy fillings, and decorate each snowman with carrot noses, coal smiles, stick arms, buttons, and colorful icing scarves. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels, this class includes all supplies, a decorating guide, and a box of handcrafted macarons to take home. Suitable for ages 12+, with younger children welcome alongside a paying adult.
Family Thanksgiving Turkey Decoration Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Create a festive 3D buttercream turkey cake together in this hands-on family workshop. Learn to mix warm autumn colors, pipe textured feather patterns, and layer buttercream to build depth and dimension. Add the turkey’s face, wattle, and decorative details using specialized piping techniques, then finish your centerpiece with a polished, transport-ready presentation.
Ice Cream Making
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Cool off with a hands-on experience that teaches you how to make rich, creamy ice cream from scratch. Learn the fundamentals of mixing, churning, and customizing flavors with your favorite toppings. This beginner-friendly class is perfect for ice cream lovers of all ages, offering sweet take-home treats and the skills to keep creating all summer long.
Pastry Essentials: Èclairs Dissected
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Learn the techniques behind perfect éclairs and cream puffs, with expert guidance. Master the craft of silky pastry cream and a glossy chocolate glaze. Bake alongside us and elevate your pastry skills with these classic treats.
Fall Macaron Making Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Celebrate fall with a hands-on French macaron-making experience! Learn to prepare macaron batter, master macaronage, pipe uniform shells, achieve signature “feet,” and create seasonal fillings. Make Salted Caramel, S’mores, and Apple Pie macarons while learning troubleshooting tips for consistent results. No prior experience is required, and you’ll take home your finished macarons.
Spooky Cupcakes
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Get creative with spooky cupcake decorating in this hands-on workshop. Learn piping techniques for ghosts, mummies, and monster textures while sculpting festive fondant toppers like witch hats, tombstones, and jack-o’-lanterns. Explore color mixing, sprinkles, drips, and finishing details to create polished Halloween designs. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Making Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Welcome fall with homemade pumpkin cinnamon rolls! Learn to prepare pumpkin-enriched yeast dough, then knead, proof, roll, fill, shape, and bake it to golden perfection. Finish your rolls with a rich cream cheese glaze while picking up essential bread-making techniques. No previous baking experience is required, and you’ll take home your freshly baked treats.
Family Halloween Monster Cupcakes Class
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Bring playful Halloween monsters to life in this hands-on cupcake decorating workshop. Learn to use specialty piping tips to create furry textures, shaggy hair, and scales while blending vibrant buttercream colors for unique monster designs. Build fun 3D toppers and take home your decorated creations. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.
NY Cheesecake Baking Workshop
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Master the art of classic New York cheesecake in this hands-on baking class. Learn how to create a buttery graham cracker crust, prepare a rich and creamy filling, and bake a perfectly smooth cheesecake with expert techniques for texture and crack prevention. Perfect for beginners and dessert lovers, each participant will leave with their own homemade cheesecake to enjoy at home.
Holiday Artisan Chocolate Bars
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Discover the art of working with chocolate couverture, from identifying untempered chocolate to mastering the perfect temper. In this hands-on experience, you’ll create beautifully molded chocolate bars that not only taste divine but showcase your skills. Whether you’re a chocolate enthusiast or seeking a fun challenge, this experience will elevate your craft.
Dec 20th
11am–12:30pm ET
Holiday Cupcake Decorating
NY Cake Academy See all classes by this school @ 118 W 22nd St, New York, NY
Decorate a festive assortment of holiday cupcakes in this hands-on workshop. Learn buttercream piping techniques to create fluffy snowmen, Santa hats, reindeer, evergreen trees, and holiday wreaths while exploring seasonal colors, textures, and decorative accents. Beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels, this class includes all supplies and a box of beautifully decorated cupcakes to take home.
Reviews of NY Cake Academy
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Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
The team had an absolute blast! Got some really great feedback! -
Cake Decorating 101
Instructor was great down to earth and was patient with all of us. -
Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
Thank you again to you and your team for helping us plan a wonderful event! I appreciate all of your help. It sounds like it was a success and people enjoyed it. I will definitely keep your information handy for future events. -
Focaccia Bread Making
What a wonderful way to get into focaccia making. The teacher was easy and charismatic. I even learned a few new tips on how to make a good focaccia at home. Just prepare to stand up for the entire class. The great thing about the class also it didn’t feel overcrowded. Thankfully everyone had enough space as it is a little bit tight the room. -
Cake Decorating 101
Lisa was very professional and helpful. My daughter and I had a lot of fun and we learned a lot. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Yes everything went well, thank you so much! -
Madeleine & Financier
Learned so much. My instructor of which I have had before was thorough, informative, and patient. I always leave feeling good about what I made and have excitement to make it again. -
NYC: Chopped! Cooking Competition (BYOB)
It went really well, thank you for checking in! Everyone had a great time. Next time we're looking for a group activity I'll reach out! -
NYC: Pasta Making (BYOB)
Fun experience, great team bonding activity, and delicious self-made pasta! -
Classic Flaky French Croissant
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Cake Decorating 101
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NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Our group had a wonderful time last night! All of the instructors were awesome and really made our time together special. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Everything went great!!!! -
Floral Cupcake Decorating Class
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Vintage Heart Cake
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NYC: Pasta & Dessert Making Party (BYOB)
We had a great time! This was a perfect team-building workshop for our PE team -- interactive, fun, and delicious. Christine was lovely, knowledgeable, and kept us on track: who knew there were so many steps in crafting fettucine from scratch. I had wine delivered, and Christine set up the bottles before we arrived. We then ate our creations together. The space is large and welcoming (and smells of cupcakes and butter cream, yum). Highly recommend for a team building exercise. -
NYC: Pizza Party (BYOB)
Thank you! We had a great time! -
Cake Decorating 101