Baking Classes in Orange County, CA
You can freshen up your stale set of homemade bakes with a new set of supreme selections thanks to baking classes in Orange County. O.C. is a hotbed of opportunity for chefs of any skill level to get something delicious cooking. With talented local chefs conducting a host of insightful sessions in Lake Forest, Irvine and Laguna Beach, you're always just a few miles away from a no-pressure course in the art of baking. Learn to make top-flight pastries from the finest traditions of Europe or bake domestic delights from a little closer to home. No matter your taste or temptation, you'll find a rotating line-up of baking courses in Orange County designed to satisfy. If you're ready to see how delicious your culinary life can be, book a baking class in Orange County today to get started!
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Holiday
Pumpkin All Around
$125
Cooking Class
$125
Autumn's essential ingredient becomes a quartet of delicious dishes. Get ready for the finest fall creations celebrating pumpkin in a hands-on cooking class featuring seasonal specialties. Chef Stacy takes to the kitchen for a session that gives your cool weather kitchen a punchy pumpkin pop!
Discover the simple...
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Chef Stacy H.
Serving the Orange County area
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Bake Beautiful Bread With Simple Tools
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Cook, knead and bake like a true home baker. Get hands-on with homemade bread in this beginner-friendly baking cooking class in Newport Beach. Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs will guide you through making roasted vegetable focaccia, shaping French baguettes and pain d’epi and building crostini...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Trick or Treat - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Family-friendly Halloween cookie class. Come join in on a super fun and tasty cooking class! Bring the whole family and let's make some spooky Halloween cookies from scratch. Your awesome chef instructor will guide you through every step, from making the dough to cutting it into fun shapes. Then, you'll use colorful...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Spookalicious Halloween Cookies - Family Fun
$79
Cooking Class
$79
Bring the whole family for some spookalicious fun and create frighteningly delicious cookies. Bring the whole family for a frightening evening in this family fun, spookalicious Halloween cookies cooking class. A professional chef will guide you through an evening creating cookies that will leave you gasping in awe....
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Holiday
Chocolate Made Easy
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy chocolate creations made elegant and timeless. Celebrate the art of chocolate in this hands-on cooking class in Costa Mesa. You’ll prepare chocolate crêpes layered with berries and mascarpone cream, craft a silky pot de crème and bake a flourless chocolate torte with fluffy whipped cream. Chef Jessica or one...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Holiday
Holiday Baking Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate holiday flavors in this fun baking workshop. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a holiday baking class designed to spark joy in the kitchen. Bake classic Parker House rolls, prepare chewy ginger molasses cookies and create a pumpkin roulade with bright ginger-orange...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Thanksgiving
Bread Around the Table
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy flavorful breads baked from global traditions. Discover breads from around the world in this interactive cooking class in Costa Mesa. Learn how to bake Middle Eastern flatbread sprinkled with dukkah, then prepare classic focaccia seasoned with rosemary and roasted garlic. End with soft potato dinner rolls that...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Holiday
Chocolate Experience
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover the art of chocolate-inspired desserts. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a dessert-filled cooking class dedicated to chocolate. Learn to make chocolate crêpes with mascarpone cream and berries, then dive into a chocolate pot de crème that’s velvety and rich. End...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Buttery Croissants
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Create two different types of delicious croissants. During this hands-on cooking class, you'll bring two delicious croissant flavors to life and learn all about making the perfect laminated dough. You'll begin by crafting a savory Gruyère cheese and roasted leek croissant before moving on to making a rich dark...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Beef Bourguignon Comforts
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Celebrate the richness of French culinary heritage in this workshop. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a French cooking class centered on a bistro-style feast. Start with a crisp endive salad layered with Roquefort cheese and candied pecans, followed by herb-roasted potatoes...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Table Recipes Together
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Enjoy a cozy yet elegant holiday cooking class. Celebrate Thanksgiving with a modern menu in this seasonal cooking class in Costa Mesa. Begin with turchetta, a porchetta-style turkey breast that’s packed with flavor, followed by roasted green beans and sweet potatoes. You’ll also prepare a winter greens salad with...
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Chef Jessica or Resident Chef
Costa Mesa (South Coast Metro)
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Thanksgiving
World Bread Heritage
$99
Cooking Class
$99
Discover cultural connections through global bread recipes. Join Chef Angel or one of the talented resident chefs in Newport Beach for a bread-making adventure that spans the world. Start with Middle Eastern flatbread topped with dukkah, bake Italian focaccia with rosemary and roasted garlic and finish with tender...
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Chef Angel or Resident Chef
Newport Beach (Newport Center)
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Cities We Serve In Orange County
- Aliso Viejo, CA
- Anaheim, CA
- Brea, CA
- Buena Park, CA
- Costa Mesa, CA
- Cypress, CA
- Dana Point, CA
- Fountain Valley, CA
- Fullerton, CA
- Garden Grove, CA
- Huntington Beach, CA
- La Habra, CA
- La Palma, CA
- Laguna Beach, CA
- Laguna Hills, CA
- Laguna Niguel, CA
- Laguna Woods, CA
- Lake Forest, CA
- Los Alamitos, CA
- Mission Viejo, CA
- Orange, CA
- Placentia, CA
- Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- San Clemente, CA
- San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Santa Ana, CA
- Seal Beach, CA
- Stanton, CA
- Tustin, CA
- Villa Park, CA
- Westminster, CA
- Yorba Linda, CA
FAQS ABOUT COOKING CLASSES in Orange County
How much do Baking classes in Orange County cost?
Baking courses in Orange County vary in cost depending on group size and the type of class you're taking. Typically, you can expect to pay anywhere from $59 to over $100 per person, with a tiered pricing structure based on group size and event details. Starting prices are listed on individual class pages and if you have any additional questions, feel free to contact the concierge team for more information.
Who are these Baking classes suitable for?
Baking lessons are exactly what you need if having a great time in the kitchen sounds like your kind of scene. With classes that accommodate all skill levels — from brand-new bakers still finding their footing to returning bakers rediscovering their love for wearing oven mitts — these classes welcome all. Book a class for the kids and introduce them to the joys of baking or equip your teens with newfound skills to build their kitchen confidence. Have a special event coming up? There are classes you can check out to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and more.
What should I expect during a typical class?
In a typical class, you can expect a fun, hands-on experience where the goal is to enjoy learning new skills and rediscover a love for baking. Whether you're revisiting a classic recipe or stepping out of your comfort zone to try something new, classes are designed to be engaging and beginner-friendly. You'll also receive plenty of guidance, so feel free to ask questions and don’t worry if you're not an expert. Ingredients and equipment will be provided — all you have to do is show up eager to craft some delicious bakes! Once your scrumptious creations are ready, you'll have time to enjoy them, savoring every bite of your hard work alongside fellow baking enthusiasts.
What Baking techniques and skills will I master?
When you take baking workshops in Orange County, you’ll pick up useful skills like cake decorating, pastry shaping and perfecting flaky, buttery crusts. You’ll learn how to work with different doughs, balance flavors and create desserts that wouldn’t be out of place at top spots like Portos Bakery or Moulin. Ever wanted to pipe buttercream with a steady hand or bake the perfect soufflé? These classes will show you how. Whether honing your skills is the goal or just having fun, you’ll leave with new baking tricks, baking confidence and, of course, some seriously delicious treats.
What are the benefits of taking a Baking class?
These bakery classes are not only incredibly tasty but also come with plenty of benefits. Aside from inspiring you to dust off your apron and preheat the oven, these classes provide a delicious avenue for connection, fun and the chance to learn valuable baking skills, both fundamental and advanced. You'll have a great time bonding over sweet treats in family-friendly classes, catching up with friends in adult baking sessions and even meeting like-minded bakers during the session. Plus, you’ll explore recipes from different cultures that you can easily bring to life at home and keep the baking fun going long after class has ended.
What types of Baking classes/menus can I choose from?
When it comes to baking classes, you’ll find menus that cater to all kinds of tastes and preferences. Choose from classic options where rustic, homemade bread takes center stage or dive into tantalizing British baking to master scones and sticky toffee pudding. If you're craving something more modern, there are classes focusing on French pastries, macarons and delicate desserts. Want to spend quality time with the family? Look into family-friendly baking options where spring-inspired cupcakes await. There’s a class for every craving, whether you’re into traditional or more adventurous treats.
Where do the classes take place?
You’ll find baking schools scattered all around the city — just pick a location that suits you. You can choose to join a class at the chef's own space or if you prefer, have the class come to you! If the chef comes to your place, they’ll bring everything you need — ingredients, equipment and all the tools to make your baking experience seamless. If you’d rather step out, there are premium third-party venues available in foodie hotspots around town, like Costa Mesa, Irvine and Anaheim. Check the class pages for maps and further details on the location near you that works best for you.
OTHER EXPERIENCES in Orange County
Covid-19 Precautions
These are the precautions your Chef will be taking for your experience:
Requires Proof of Vaccine
Social Distancing Friendly
Flexible booking: Cancel or reschedule this event's reservation for free up to 48 hours before the event.