Sponges LIVE - 25th October 2026
Bake along with Anneka Manning
"This class absolutely exceeded my expectations. Anneka has a very warm and engaging style. The instructions were clear and being able to watch along made all of the difference. Give it a go! Anneka will have you making a sponge in no time."
– Alison, Melbourne
Discover the secrets to super light sponges – right in your very own kitchen!
Sponges LIVE is a fun and informative online baking class that will have you whipping up your own light and fluffy sponge cakes – all from your very own kitchen!
Guiding you through the process will be Anneka Manning, ready to share her more than 35 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as her practical and handy tips and tricks. You will have the ability to bake along with Anneka and learn how to make a Classic Hot Milk Sponge from scratch.
The virtual Live Session will be supported by printable recipes and resources which will teach you everything you need to know to conquer your fear of these gorgeous, classic cakes at home and become your go-to sponge baking kit. Anneka will also share a number of additional recipes using the various mixing methods and techniques used when making sponge cakes.
At the end of this class, you will walk away with fail-safe recipes, techniques and confidence you need to bake a gorgeous sponge whenever the mood takes you!
Dates
Sunday 25th October 2026, 10.00am-1.00pm (Australian Eastern Daylight Time UTC+11) via Zoom.
The Live Session will be recorded and will be available for you to watch afterward if you are unable to attend or if you would simply like to rewatch it at a later date.
Student numbers
We will only be accepting a limited number of bakers for this class so that Anneka can answer your baking questions during the Live Session and provide personal feedback.
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is, quite simply, suitable for everyone. As this course is completed online, it is available to students from all over the world.
Please note: the live component of this class will take place in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (UTC+11).
"Sponges have always terrified me. I knew there was a method that I was not doing, so was great to get this info. This is a great online course that you could refer back to for 6 months. Loved it!"
– Cath, Perth
What will I get?
- A 3-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you will learn and bake along with Anneka Manning through the process of making your sponge
- Access to Anneka's baking experience, knowledge, tips and tricks, and the ability to ask her any questions that come up during the class
- A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
- A thorough understanding of the sponge-baking process and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
- Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
- Lifetime access to the live video and course material
- Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
- Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
What will I learn?
This course covers the various mixing methods and techniques used when making sponge cakes and includes the following recipes:
- Classic Hot Milk Sponge
- Raspberry Swiss Roll
- Powder Puffs
- Lemon Chiffon Cake
- Sponge Fingers
- Coffee & Almond Genoise (Gateau Moka)
- Elderflower Gin Sponge
Included are also Anneka's top tips for beautiful sponges, how to remove sponges from cake tins, how to roll a Swiss Roll, and loads of clever ideas on how to embellish your sponge cakes.
How will I get the most out of this class?
What if the dates don't suit me? Can I still enrol in the class?
If the date of this class doesn't work for you, you can still enrol and take part in your own time. While you may miss out on the Live Session, it will be recorded and will be available to watch when it suits you. You will have lifetime access to the video, as well as all the course material (including all of the resources and recipes).
If the date of this class doesn't work for you, you can still enrol and take part in your own time. While you may miss out on the Live Session, it will be recorded and will be available to watch when it suits you. You will have lifetime access to the video, as well as all the course material (including all of the resources and recipes).
Your Instructor
Anneka Manning is an author, food editor, cooking teacher, home economist and the founder of BakeClub. With over 35 years' experience, she specialises in teaching the 'why' behind the 'how' of baking, giving home cooks the know-how, understanding and skill to bake with confidence and success, every time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in the cost of the course?
• A 2.5-hour virtual live baking demonstration (which will take place on Zoom and will be recorded) where you will learn and bake along with Anneka Manning through the process of making your sponge
• Access to Anneka's baking experience, knowledge, tips and tricks, and the ability to ask her any questions that come up during the class
• A chance to learn surrounded (virtually) by like-minded people
• A thorough understanding of the sponge-baking process and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success
• Invaluable printable information sheets and recipes
• Lifetime access to the live video and course material
• Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group to continue asking questions and share your baking
• Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
How many students per course will there be?
We will only be accepting a limited number of bakers for this class so that Anneka can answer your baking questions during the Live Session and provide personal feedback.
What if I miss the live session or am unable to watch it due to time differences?
The live session will be recorded and uploaded on to the Teachable platform so that you can watch it (or re-watch it) in your own time.
How long do I have access to the course content?
You will have lifetime access to the course content including the Live Session video.
How will I get the most out of this course?
To get the most out of this class, you need to set aside the time to attend the Live Session with Anneka and read the support material supplied beforehand. The Live Session will be recorded so it will be available to watch at any time if you are unable to attend. However, we do recommend baking along to get the most out of the class.
Can I use a BakeClub Gift Certificate to pay (or part-pay) for this online course?
Yes, absolutely! Please contact us (info@bakeclub.com.au) if you would like to use your BakeClub Gift Certificate towards this online course.
What if the dates don't suit me? Can I still enrol in the class?
If the date of this class doesn't work for you, you can still enrol and take part in your own time. While you may miss out on the Live Session, it will be recorded and will be available to watch when it suits you. You will have lifetime access to the video, as well as all the course material (including all of the resources and recipes).