About the course

Take your cake artistry to new heights with Dawn’s enchanting Hot Air Balloon Gender Reveal Cake class. Using the Dinkydoodle Hot Air Balloon Gender Reveal Kit, you’ll create a showstopping centrepiece that looks like a floating balloon drifting through the clouds — complete with a hidden hatch perfect for sprinkles or tiny coloured treats for the big reveal moment. Dawn walks you through every step: assembling the internal structure, adding and filling the cake, carving the balloon shape, and ganaching and covering it for a flawless finish. You’ll build soft, dreamy cloud cakes around the base, craft a realistic basket with a hand‑finished weave effect, and sculpt adorable teddy bears to complete the scene. By the end, you’ll have a magical, professional‑looking gender reveal cake that delights guests and showcases your skills — all with Dawn’s signature clear, confidence‑boosting teaching style.

Meet your Mentor

Hello, I’m Dawn Butler, the name behind Dinkydoodle. As a world-renowned cake artist and teacher, I’ve dedicated my career to inspiring and supporting cake makers of all levels.   Over the years, I’ve earned multiple gold medals in cake competitions, and in 2016, I proudly took home the highly coveted “Best in Show” prize at Cake International. I was also honoured as International “Cake Artist of the Year,” named one of the UK’s “Top Ten Cake Artists.” More recently in 2024, I was inducted into the DMA’s Hall of Fame for my contributions to the sugar industry. But what I’m most proud of is the community we’ve built inside the Dinkydoodle Cake Academy.   Here’s something you might not know about me: I have dyslexia and ADHD. While some might see these as obstacles, I use them as superpowers. They help me break down complex techniques into their simplest forms, making it easier for anyone to follow along and achieve amazing results. You may spot the occasional spelling mistake, but I believe in being upfront and honest, and my students are always wonderfully supportive. If you’ve ever doubted your own abilities, or worried that learning something new might be out of reach, you’re in the right place. The Academy is a safe, encouraging space for everyone, myself included! I share my skills, expertise, and a good dose of fun, helping you build your confidence and creativity, one cake at a time. I can’t wait to see what you create!

Curriculum

4 Chapters · 5 Lessons

  1. 1
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      Welcome

  2. 2
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      Balloon Reveal The Kit

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      Balloon Reveal Adding Cake

  3. 3
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      Balloon Reveal Smoothing Covering Clouds

  4. 4
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      Balloon Reveal Bears Baskets

Enroll now and learn how to create this magical hot air balloon gender‑reveal showstopper with Dawn’s step‑by‑step guidance.

You’ll finish the class with a professional, cloud‑floating balloon cake that delights guests and makes the reveal moment unforgettable.

Enroll for free