Learn How to Bake with BBC Good Food

Learn the basics of baking - from how to read a cake recipe to top-of-the-line baking tips

Are you a novice baker looking to elevate your brownies? Or are you an experimenter baker looking to learn more about the science behind your best baked goods?

This course is for both beginners and more experienced bakers. It teaches you the basics of basic baking techniques and delicious recipes to make.

Each class starts with a taste or texture exploration, equipment and ingredient rundown, and troubleshooting of different bakes. You'll find recipes at the end of each class to help you practice your new skills.

Learn the basics of baking and dive into the world of baking science

2020 saw more people than ever use the mixing bowl, despite being confined to their homes by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Baking is a great way for cooks of all levels to get to know the joys of baking, from banana bread to pizza bases.

This course will teach you the basics of baking sponge cake, shortcrust pastry and white bread.

When baking from scratch, you can jazz up your recipes and make them more delicious

Although a recipe is a set of instructions that can be used indefinitely, it is important to remember that it can be interpreted.

You'll learn how annotate recipes, add extras and explain why each step of the recipe works.

As you gain confidence, you will be able to share, advise and collaborate with fellow learners and Good Food Experts on recipes.

BBC Good Food offers insider tips for baking and helps you improve your baking skills

BBC Good Food has more than 30 years of culinary experience and their course will provide a wealth of information for budding bakers.

As you get more comfortable with new techniques and ingredients, you will be able to make easier bakes.