Perfect Shortcrust Pastry: a live online baking class with Anneka Manning

Unlock the secrets to melt-in-the-mouth shortcrust pastry in this practical and approachable live online baking class with Anneka Manning, founder of BakeClub and author with more than 35 years of baking know-how under her apron.

Over 1.5 fun and informative hours, Anneka will guide you step-by-step through the process of making your own shortcrust pastry from scratch – sharing her extensive experience, practical tips and troubleshooting advice to help you master this essential baking skill with confidence.

You’ll leave the class with everything you need to bake beautiful shortcrust pastry at home – no more reaching for the store-bought stuff!

How it works:
This class is powered by Clove, your home cooking companion. A few days before the session, you’ll receive all prep details and class links. All recipes will be hosted on Clove, where you can save them to your profile and refer back to them anytime – no more misplaced paper printouts!

On the day, join the live class to bake along with Anneka or simply watch, take notes, and ask questions – cuppa in hand!

Who is this class for?
Everyone! Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned baker wanting to refine your pastry-making technique, this class will meet you where you're at.

What’s included:

• A 1.5-hour live session with Anneka Manning
• The option to bake along or watch and learn
• A clear understanding of the shortcrust pastry process, including how to troubleshoot and adapt it
• A collection of trusted shortcrust recipes – including sweet and savoury options hosted on Clove
• The confidence and skills to bake perfect shortcrust pastry from your own kitchen