Leavened Puff Pastry

The ultimate online course

Master leavened puff pastry – one of the most difficult baking techniques – in this informative and comprehensive self-paced online baking course.

We highly recommend that you complete our self-paced Shortcrust Pastry and Puff Pastry online classes before taking part in this course. If you book our 3 pastry classes together, you can save 15% with our special bundle deal.
CLICK HERE to book the 3-class bundle.

If you have already completed Shortcrust Pastry, you can book our advanced pastry bundle – including this class and Puff Pastry – and save 15%!
CLICK HERE to book the 2-class bundle.


"Anneka is so knowledgeable, so personable and the visual presentation runs smoothly – you will love doing any of Anneka’s online courses!" – Vivienne, online class student


Master one of the most difficult baking techniques – right in your very own kitchen!
Leavened Puff Pastry is an informative and comprehensive online baking course where you will learn everything you need to know to make your own leavened puff pastry (also known as pâte feuilletée) – all from your very own kitchen.
Leavened puff is possibly one of the hardest of all baking techniques to master and is often referred to as the 'Holy Grail' in the world of pastry. With Anneka Manning as your guide, learning how to make this crisp, buttery, flaky pastry – alongside a bunch of other enthusiastic bakers – will be a joy and something to value for the rest of your baking life. From Croissants and Danish Pastries, to Pain au Chocolat and Kouign Amann, these divine pastries will become part of your baking repertoire!
Anneka will share her more than 30 years of baking experience, knowledge and research, as well as all of her practical and insightful tips and tricks.
The course includes a 3-hour masterclass pre-recorded video (which was recorded as a Live Session earlier this year), which enables you to take part in this course entirely in your own time. Not only does the video include full step-by-step instructions for making Croissants but you will have the ability to bake along when it suits you and have access to all the questions that were answered during the session. The virtual masterclass is supported by printable recipes and resources that you can study at your own pace.
At the end of this course, you will have not only the knowledge and skill but the confidence to be able to make your own leavened puff pastry and a collection of wonderful bakes to create with it!


Please note: The video included in this course is a pre-recorded 3-hour video of a Live Session that took place earlier this year.
If you're interested in joining a future LIVE class and would like to be notified when new dates are released, please click here and fill in your details.

Who is this course suitable for?

This course is aimed at intermediate to experienced bakers. We highly recommend that you complete our self-paced Shortcrust Pastry and Puff Pastry online classes before taking part in this course.
We also suggest completing our Bread 101 online class, which will build your confidence in baking with yeast, prior to this course.
As this course is completed online, it is suitable for students from all over the world.

"I enjoyed the course very much and appreciated Anneka's personal interactions with us individually and a group. I particularly enjoyed the interaction in the closed Facebook group. It was really invaluable to see what others were baking and their strengths and weaknesses, and their mistakes as well. I learnt a lot from that aspect. My other favourite part of the course was Anneka's in-depth feedback and guidance to each participant's activity; and her generosity with imparting her knowledge and technical expertise; and her encouragement." – Trisha, online class student


What will I get?
  • A 3-hour pre-recorded masterclass video where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make your own leavened puff pastry and Croissants
  • Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group
  • Access to Anneka's baking experience and knowledge through The Kitchen Table and the ability to ask any baking-related questions
  • A thorough understanding of the yeasted pastry-making 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 video and course material
  • A chance to (virtually) meet like-minded people and share your baking with The Kitchen Table online group
  • Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
How does a self-paced course work?
This online course is completely self-guided. Upon enrolment, you will gain access to the course content which you can work through at your own pace. You can log on whenever it is convenient for you and watch the video and bake the recipes entirely in your own time. You will have lifetime access to all the recipes, videos and printable information sheets.
There is the option to connect with Anneka and other bakers via Facebook through BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table membership group. This way you can share your experience and support each other as your confidence and skills grow.

"Well worth doing. Informative, easy to follow and a great alternative to face-to-face. Thoroughly enjoyed and look forward to doing more." – Jenni, online class student



Your Instructor


Anneka Manning
Anneka Manning

Anneka Manning is an author, food editor, cooking teacher, home economist and the founder of BakeClub. With over 30 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.


Course Curriculum


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Frequently Asked Questions


What's included in the cost of the course?
• A 3-hour pre-recorded masterclass video where you can bake along with Anneka Manning and learn how to make your own leavened puff pastry and Croissants • Membership to BakeClub's exclusive The Kitchen Table online group • Access to Anneka's baking experience and knowledge through The Kitchen Table and the ability to ask any baking-related questions • A thorough understanding of the yeasted pastry-making process and how to apply what you’ve learnt to be able to troubleshoot in the future and ensure baking success • Lifetime access to the video and course material • A chance to (virtually) meet like-minded people and share your baking with The Kitchen Table online group • Baking confidence, knowledge and skill to use regularly at home
How long do I have access to the course content?
You will have lifetime access to the course content so you can revisit any of the recipes and resources, as well as the Live Session video recording, any time you wish. The Facebook group will remain open for questions and feedback until the last day of the course, but you will be able to refer back to the content for up to 6 months after the course finishes.
Can I use a BakeClub Gift Certificate to pay (or part-pay) for this online course?
Yes, absolutely! If you would like to use your BakeClub Gift Certificate towards your purchase, please contact us ([email protected]).
Will this class run as a LIVE again?
Yes, it will! Dates are yet to be confirmed but if you would like to be notified when we run this class again, please click here and fill out your details.

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