Cookie Decorating with Buttercream Workshop

Pipe, frost, and design stunning buttercream cookies with a pro chef in Washington D.C.!


CocuSocial
CocuSocial
4.8 (1,082)

2 hours Location Washington Class size 16 to 30 guests   $65 ($65 for Public class; $89 for Private class. $89 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

Your buttercream era starts here, and Chef Yolanda is ready to guide you through every swirl of it! This cookie decorating class in Washington D.C., is the perfect excuse to finally learn how to decorate a cookie like a pro -- without any prior experience required. Whether you're hunting for fun things to do with friends, looking for the most delicious date ideas in the city, or just craving a creative outlet that ends with something you can actually eat, this class checks every box.
Here's how it works: Chef Yolanda provides pre-baked cutout sugar cookies, so you skip straight to the best part. You'll learn how to crumb coat your cookies for a flawlessly smooth base, then level up with professional piping techniques using real metal tips. Think intricate borders, gorgeous rosettes, and delicate leaf designs -- the kind of cookie decorating ideas you've bookmarked online but never thought you could pull off yourself. All tools and ingredients are included, so all you bring is your enthusiasm.
By the end of class, you'll walk away with a beautiful set of custom-decorated cookies and genuine, replicable skills to use for any holiday, celebration, or random Tuesday. If you've been searching for things to do in Washington, D.C. that are equal parts fun, hands-on, and totally memorable, this is your sweet spot!
Please note:
Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. You will be seated with your booking party. Guests in the same booking will work together throughout the class by sharing ingredients and equipment. Drinks are available for purchase from the venue and are NOT included in the ticket price. Outside beverages are not permitted. Classes are intended for 18+.
What you'll get
  • A set of custom-designed cookies to take home!
  • Piping skills using metal tips and piping bags
  • Knowledge of crumb coating, borders, rosettes, and leaf techniques
  • Confidence to recreate decorated cookies for any event
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • A love for cookies and baking!
  • Enthusiasm to learn and get hands-on
  • A smile
Suitable for
Location

Other Half Brewing Washington DC, 1401 Okie St NE, Washington, D.C. 20002

Your teacher can also travel within 25 miles of Washington, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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CocuSocial
CocuSocial

4.8 (1,082)

CocuSocial believes that great food is even better when it's made together! Born from the idea that cooking should be a social experience, CocuSocial — whose name literally means "cooking socially" in Latin — connects food lovers with talented local chefs and welcoming spaces to share one-of-a-kind culinary moments. Their mission is refreshingly simple: make cooking classes affordable, accessible, and genuinely fun — because everyone deserves a seat at the table, regardless of skill level or budget.
From handmade pasta and hand-rolled sushi to French macarons and Spanish paella, CocuSocial offers a wide range of beginner-friendly classes designed to build confidence while keeping things light and enjoyable. They also host private events — from birthday parties and bridal showers to corporate team-building gatherings — partnering with local restaurants and hotels to keep everything easy and accessible. Whether you're rolling in solo, bringing a date, or gathering a whole crew, CocuSocial is the kind of place that turns a random night into a memory worth savoring!

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