Bake in English! Lesson 1 - Vanilla Sponge Cake Masterclass

60min X 4

8,000 P

Estimated of points

Has Trial

15min

700P

Pack of 4

2,000 Points per lesson

Learn to bake a fluffy, delicious vanilla sponge cake (and more!) step by step — in English!

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Lesson Pack Details

This is a 4-lesson pack. You will be issued 3 “coupons” when the first request is confirmed. You will be able to use these coupons for subsequent requests in the pack. Please note that all requests related to this pack must be taken within 30 days of the first lesson date.

Lessons should generally be booked chronologically, meaning that the second lesson should be booked after the first, and so on.

Description

Lesson Overview

Love baking? Want to improve your English while making something sweet and beautiful? In the first hands-on lesson, we’ll bake a classic vanilla sponge cake together, using clear English instructions and friendly support. You’ll learn baking vocabulary, techniques, and useful kitchen expressions — all while creating a yummy treat!

There will be various other recipes covered - purchase a lesson pack now!

Lesson 1: Vanilla Sponge Cake (with basic icing)
Lesson 2: Oat Crisp 'Crunchies'
Lesson 3: Chocolate Mousse
Lesson 4: Lemon Merignue Tart

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Skills and Topics Covered

•Step-by-step baking instructions in English

•Essential baking vocabulary (whisk, sift, fold, preheat, etc.)

•Talking about measurements and ingredients

•Asking and answering kitchen-related questions

•Tips for decorating and serving

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Who is this lesson for?

Perfect for:

Beginner bakers who want to start with a simple, versatile cake
Intermediate or advanced bakers who want to improve English while practicing
Food lovers who enjoy hands-on, practical learning
Date Night / Impressing your friends and family!

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How I Teach

My baking lessons are:

Step-by-step and easy to follow
Visual, with live demonstrations (and optional videos after)
Interactive — you can ask questions anytime!
Adaptable for different skill levels (e.g., simpler steps for beginners, extra decoration tips for advanced students)

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Lesson Breakdown (60 mins)

Trial (First 15–20 mins) — Introduction & First Steps

Warm welcome and self-introduction (5 mins)
Ingredient overview & vocabulary (5 mins)
First steps: preheating oven, preparing cake pans, and mixing basic wet ingredients (5–10 mins)

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Full Lesson (Remaining 40–45 mins)

Mixing dry ingredients and combining everything (10 mins)
Pouring batter and oven tips (5–10 mins)
Basic decorating ideas and vocabulary (10 mins)
Baking troubleshooting tips and fun variations (e.g., adding fruit, chocolate chips) (5 mins)
Sharing final results, questions, and feedback (5–10 mins)

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What Students Get At The End of Each Lesson

•Full step-by-step recipe PDF

•Downloadable video demonstrations for each step

•Vocabulary list and kitchen expression cheat sheet

•Personalized baking tips and suggestions for next recipes

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Why choose this lesson pack?

•Combine your love of baking with practical English practice

•Create something delicious you can enjoy (or share!)

•Learn new words and expressions naturally

•Build confidence in both the kitchen and English

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