Kardinalschnitte Class in Vienna

Learn to Pipe Meringue from a Grandma

Kardinalschnitte Class in Vienna

Learn to Pipe Meringue from a Grandma

The Kardinalschnitte wears its difficulty on the outside: the yellow and white stripes it is named after, taken from the colours of the papal flag. They are made by piping meringue and sponge batter next to each other onto the tray, evenly, without the stripes running into one another. In our Kardinalschnitte baking class in Vienna, seniors show you how to whip the egg whites to exactly the right point and how to guide the piping bag so the stripes stay where they belong.

3.5 hours
Class duration
139.90 euros
per person, everything included
10 to 14
participants per class

What you will learn

  • Whipping meringue to the right point: when the egg whites are firm and glossy, and how to tell when you have whipped them for too long.
  • Preparing the sponge batter: beating it light and folding it so that it holds its shape while piping.
  • Piping the stripes: how to hold and guide the piping bag so meringue and sponge sit evenly side by side without spreading.
  • Baking it properly: why the Kardinalschnitte is baked at a low temperature so the meringue stays pale and does not crack.
  • Filling and slicing: piping in the cream filling, assembling the layers and cutting clean slices.
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Baking course at Vollpension Vienna – grandmother teaching participants in the open kitchen

How your baking class works

1. Arriving

Put on your apron, take a coffee or tea, say hello. Your baking grandma or grandpa tells you where the family recipe comes from.

2. Hands on

Everyone bakes, nobody just watches. Whipping the meringue, piping the stripes, filling and slicing, with plenty of chatting in between.

3. Tasting

While the slices bake and cool there are snacks and drinks. Then everyone tastes together.

4. Taking it home

Your own Kardinalschnitte goes into a grandma cake box, and the recipe comes with you as a certificate.

Included in the price

  • All ingredients and baking utensils
  • Guidance from an experienced baking grandma or grandpa
  • Your Vollpension apron for the class
  • Drinks and snacks while you bake
  • The recipe as a certificate to take home
  • Your finished pastry in a grandma cake box

The class takes place at the Vollpension baking studio at Mariahilfer Straße 101 in Vienna’s 6th district and is held in German and in English. No previous experience needed.

A baking class as a gift

A baking class with a grandma is a gift that stays: an afternoon spent together, a craft passed on, and a Kardinalschnitte you piped yourself at the end of it. Vouchers are available for all our classes and can be redeemed for whichever date suits.

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Frequently asked questions about the Kardinalschnitte class

Do I need any previous experience?

No. Our baking classes are suitable for everyone who enjoys baking, even if you have never used a piping bag before. Our seniors guide you through every single step.

What is included in the price?

All ingredients and utensils, guidance from a baking grandma or grandpa, your apron for the class, drinks and snacks, the recipe as a certificate and your finished pastry in a grandma cake box to take home.

How long does the Kardinalschnitte class take?

The class runs for around 3.5 hours, which leaves plenty of time for baking, tasting and chatting.

Where does the baking class take place?

At the Vollpension baking studio, Mariahilfer Straße 101, in Vienna’s 6th district.

Is the class also held in English?

Yes, we run our baking classes in German and in English. The language is stated with each date.

Do I take my Kardinalschnitte home with me?

Yes. Your finished pastry goes into a grandma cake box and comes home with you, provided it survives the journey.