--- title: "Gravity Cakes & Masterclasses: The Real Art of Baking in Delhi" description: "Go behind the scenes with Akshika at Dolce. See how we assemble complex gravity-defying cakes and learn the real-life skills and techniques I teach in my Delhi baking workshops." canonical: https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/behind-the-scenes-how-it-s-really-made last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # Behind the Scenes: How Your Cakes Actually Come Together Tribe Verified · 8 years of eggless baking in Delhi By [Dolce by Akshika](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio) · In-person classes at studio in Laxmi Nagar, Delhi · ₹4,500 per student (estimate) Part of [Cake Decorating Masterclasses](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/gallery) Ever wonder how gravity-defying cakes stay up? I’m peeling back the curtain on my studio process—the mess, the panic, the 'jugaad,' and the final magic. Come see how your favorite designs are built from scratch. 👩🏻‍🍳✨ ## Photos and videos - [Video: The panic is real! This is the behind-the-scenes struggle of making a moving train cake. It’s a reminder that cake decorating is about problem-solving, a skill I always emphasize in my classes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5f1843b9-f8bd-458c-98af-2279047046c7) - [Video: Watch me assemble the viral Mandap cake. You can see how the support structure is hidden and how each component is carefully placed to create the final masterpiece.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/04d4e185-de66-4d7f-80e5-792ecfa9a87e) - [Video: Part 1 of assembling the whimsical forest cake. This shows the initial stacking and the beginning of the fondant decoration process in my studio.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6eff3f79-c271-4de2-bd5c-b990e777d728) - [Video: Part 2: the final assembly of the forest cake at the venue. You can see me adding the floating tier and the final character toppers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21526985-62cf-4028-a821-2befe72e8542) - [Video: Part 1 of my Disney carnival cake. It starts with a very tall central rod, which is the key to the entire gravity-defying structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79e2042e-307a-4065-a335-dae3ac785483) - [Video: Assembling a topsy-turvy teddy bear cake on-site. These cakes are transported in pieces and put together at the venue to ensure they are perfect for the event.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36e83431-63cb-427e-bfaf-77c3e6f99a75) - [Video: The most special cake I've ever made: my son's first birthday cake. This reel shows the assembly and the beautiful moment of him seeing it for the first time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bc51a30-96a7-4af9-a9fa-5abb49aec380) - [Video: My husband and baby with the Natkhat cake. It’s always fun to create cakes that bring back some 90s nostalgia.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91e47ffb-981a-4848-9516-1a1c4eca5493) - [Video: A step-by-step assembly of the half-birthday teddy bear cake. You can see how the top tier is secured and how the fondant details are added.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b6aa4a4b-ce1e-4517-998d-5c988e91240e) - [Video: This video shows the process of creating one of my signature "Gullu" teddy bear cakes, from stacking the cake to adding the final butterfly details.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93adc267-83f4-4ca3-8321-32e09a381401) - [Video: Another look at how I assemble a teddy bear gravity cake. This one features a large, beautiful bow, and you can see how it's attached at the end.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d7003c4-a320-4bdc-981b-855279ff320e) - [Video: My first attempt at this specific balloon structure. I had to redo it, but the final result was worth it. It’s all part of the process!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f94997c4-e97f-40fb-9b7a-d0f7b432da1f) - [Video: Let's make the prettiest baby shower cake. This video shows the creation of the stork and baby topper and the delicate sugar work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f00eef03-038b-4234-b984-69e7f1b2f31d) - [Video: A quick look at decorating a cute rainbow and daisy cake for a first birthday. This is a great example of a simple but adorable design.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/16157ea5-24fd-40d0-94fd-7d0336cb9ff8) - [Video: Assembling a welcome baby boy swing cake. This design uses a palette knife technique for the blue leaves and is decorated with chocolate spheres.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/86a8c9fe-cd38-4cf1-8899-c911f5384d7d) - [Video: Welcome to Candyland! This video shows the creation of a unique double cake connected by a rainbow, decorated with fondant lollipops and donuts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/231a2a83-b2ff-403c-9005-3eab84785ee2) - [Video: Decorating a super cute jungle cake. You can see me placing the hand-modelled animals and adding the balloon garland.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7f8e0bad-3642-4d48-90df-abc9e432d4f1) - [Video: I'm obsessed with this palette knife technique. This is a satisfying video of creating textured flowers directly on the cake with whipped cream.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6e674d3f-b512-4b77-9300-1df63a218c62) - [Video: Part 1 of decorating a cake with whipped cream petals using a palette knife. This is a great technique for creating an artistic, painted look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41422043-9636-423a-98dc-613283656a20) - [Video: Part 2 of the palette knife cake, where I add fresh flowers and other details to complete the look.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/195665ed-a56b-4b19-b7fd-77ec78d3555d) - [Video: Here's how I made the Christmas gift box cake. The video shows how to create the textured buttercream and how to drape and place the large fondant bow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f5517511-2c3f-40da-b808-11737b6415f5) - [Video: A quick tutorial on piping with whipped cream. Achieving stable, sharp piping is a fundamental skill we practice in class.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8ae9bcf3-ccf1-4de8-aae0-b64f1c64f1f1) - [Video: Want to know my secret for a quick and easy velvet texture? This video shows the spray I use to get that perfect finish on chocolate hearts.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1863018-3e5d-45a1-84ee-663a134db859) ## About Behind the Scenes: How It's Really Made Truth is, most of these videos start with a fair bit of panic and a lot of trial and error. Whether it’s balancing a gravity cake or getting that fondant drape just right, I don't just show the pretty result—I show the structural engineering that keeps it standing. It's not magic, it's just a lot of practice and the right supports. You see the perfect final photo, but this is the real story of what happens in my Laxmi Nagar studio. Baking isn't always zen. Sometimes it's me on the floor, trying to figure out why a cake structure is tilting or how to keep the ganache stable in Delhi's humidity. ### Why I Show the Struggle * **It's All About Trust:** When you order a complex theme cake, you deserve to know that I understand the physics behind it. * **The 'Jugaad' Factor:** From using threaded rods for structural integrity to hiding support skeletons in plain sight, I love sharing how we solve problems. * **Masterclasses:** This is exactly why I started my workshops. I want to show students that you don't need a perfectly sterile factory to bake well—you just need persistence, the right tools, and the willingness to fix things when they go wrong. Haar ke jeetne wale ko hi to bazigar kehte hai, right? 🤣 Whether you're here because you want a cake for your baby shower or you're looking to learn these techniques yourself, I hope these videos show you the heart and effort that goes into every eggless bake at Dolce. ## About Dolce by Akshika Hi, I’m Akshika! I’ve spent 8 years turning flour and sugar into stories, and I’m a total sucker for a good challenge. When I’m not chasing my little one, I’m usually covered in fondant in my Laxmi Nagar studio, figuring out how to defy gravity one cake at a time. 💖 [See all of Dolce by Akshika's services](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio) ## More from Cake Decorating Masterclasses by Dolce by Akshika - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/featured) - [My Signature Gravity-Defying Cakes](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/my-signature-gravity-defying-cakes) - [Dreamy Swing & Baby Shower Cakes](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/dreamy-swing-baby-shower-cakes) - [Adorable Fondant Characters & Themes](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/adorable-fondant-characters-themes) - [Elegant Finishes & Artistic Techniques](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/elegant-finishes-artistic-techniques) - [Cupcakes & More](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/cake-decorating-masterclasses/cupcakes-more) ## More services by Dolce by Akshika - [Dessert Hampers & Gift Boxes](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/dessert-hampers-gift-boxes) - [Designer & Themed Cakes](https://mytribe.in/dolce_cakestudio/designer-themed-cakes) ## Similar work from other experts - [Behind the Scenes of My Cake Craft & Process](https://mytribe.in/cakeinthebox.in/custom-themed-cakes/my-craft-process) by Cake in the Box · Custom Themed Cakes · Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up available from bakery in Sector 47, Gurugram - [Behind the Scenes at Dee's Bake Studio](https://mytribe.in/deesbakestudio/custom-cakes/behind-the-scenes) by Dee's Bake Studio · Custom Cakes · Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up at studio in Surya Nagar, Ghaziabad - [Behind the Scenes: The Art of Scratch Baking](https://mytribe.in/marshmadoh/baking-workshops-guides/behind-the-scenes-the-art-of-cake-making) by Marshmadoh · Baking Workshops & Guides · Online guides & baking club; Studio classes in Sector 86, Gurugram - [Behind the scenes at my home bakery](https://mytribe.in/thebakedheaven/custom-celebration-cakes/behind-the-bakes) by The Baked Heaven · Custom Celebration Cakes · Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pickup from New Colony, Gurugram - [Our Journey & Masterclass: Building Cake Artistry](https://mytribe.in/whiskcakestudio/custom-designer-cakes/our-journey-masterclass) by Whisk Cake Studio · Custom Designer Cakes · Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up from studio in Gurugram - [Behind the Scenes: My Baking Process](https://mytribe.in/minimoussebakery/custom-celebration-cakes/behind-the-scenes-how-i-bake) by Mini Mousse Bakery · Custom Celebration Cakes · Delivers across Delhi NCR; Pick up from studio in Noida ## Book To book Dolce by Akshika, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Cake%20Decorating%20Masterclasses%20by%20Dolce%20by%20Akshika.) 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