‘Burger’ cake

Create a show-stopping illusion cake in this fun and creative one-day course. You’ll learn how to transform a classic vanilla Madeira sponge into a hyper-realistic burger cake that looks almost too real to cut.

We will bake a delicious vanilla Madeira cake for you - begin by filling it with delicious raspberry jam and smooth buttercream before covering it in fondant for a flawless finish. From there, the magic begins—shaping and assembling your cake to perfectly mimic a gourmet burger.

You’ll craft all the realistic trimmings by hand, including lettuce, tomato, cheese, and more, using fondant techniques designed to bring your creation to life. With the addition of airbrushing skills, you’ll achieve incredibly lifelike colours and textures that elevate your cake to the next level.

To complete the illusion, your finished cake will be presented on waxed paper in a classic burger box—making it the ultimate surprise centrepiece for any occasion.

Perfect for beginners and experienced bakers alike, this course is a fantastic way to expand your decorating skills while creating something truly unforgettable.