Learn Something D'liteful

Chocolate, Macaron & Baking Classes in San Marcos, CA

Hands-On Learning at D'liteful

Year-Round Classes for Adults & Children

Step into D'liteful’s Lake San Marcos workshop for hands-on classes in chocolate, macarons & baking. Designed for a range of ages and experience levels, each class combines professional techniques with an approachable, creative atmosphere.

Led by Le Cordon Bleu London-trained Chef Dayleen Coleman, who has taught more than 30,000 students, D'liteful classes are designed to help you learn new skills while creating something delicious to take home.

Master the Art of Fine Chocolate

Chocolate-Making Classes

Learn the techniques behind handcrafted chocolate, from ganache & piping to professional molds, tempering, fillings & decorative finishes. D'liteful offers chocolate classes at a variety of skill levels throughout the year. Class offerings, dates & pricing may vary. See current listings below for availability.

Level 1: Ganache & Piping

$70 per person

Ages 8+ • 1.5-2 Hrs • Max 12 students

A hands-on introduction to chocolate making with a focus on ganache, piping & creating filled chocolates to take home.

Level 2: Professional Molds & Colored Cocoa Butter

$125 per person

Ages 16+ • 2.5 Hrs • Max 10 students

Build on the fundamentals with professional molds, colored cocoa butter & more advanced chocolate-making techniques.

Professional Chocolate Skills

$225 per person

Ages 16+ • 3 Hrs • Max 6 students

Cancellations requested at least 7 days before a class may be eligible for a refund less a 20% cancellation fee. Late cancellations & no-shows are generally non-refundable.

From Shells to Fillings

French Macaron Classes

Discover the techniques behind one of patisserie’s most iconic treats with guidance from Chef Dayleen. Learn the process from preparing delicate macaron shells to creating fillings & assembling finished macarons.

Classes typically run 2.5–3 hours, are designed for ages 12+, and include hands-on instruction, a recipe handout & macarons to take home. Dates, pricing & availability vary throughout the year.

From Shells to Fillings

Baking & Pastry Classes

Explore the art of baking through a rotating selection of hands-on classes featuring pastries, tarts, cakes & seasonal specialties. Each class focuses on a different recipe or technique, giving beginners and experienced home bakers alike an opportunity to learn something new while creating desserts to take home.

For Younger Creators

Kids & Teen Classes

D'liteful offers chocolate, baking & pastry classes designed especially for younger students, with offerings for children and teens throughout the year. Classes may include one-day experiences, seasonal activities & multi-session programs, with age requirements varying by offering.

Find Your Next Class

Upcoming D'liteful Classes

From chocolate and macarons to baking and seasonal specialties, explore upcoming classes at our Lake San Marcos location. Class dates, times, ages, pricing & availability vary by offering. Select a class below to view full details and register.

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Age Requirements

Age requirements, class sizes & participation guidelines vary by class, so please review the individual listing before registering.

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Dairy Sensitivities

Dairy sensitivities may be accommodated in select classes with advance notice. Please contact us before registering to confirm available substitutions for your class.

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Nut Allergies

Many D'liteful classes use almonds, nuts & other common allergens. Nut allergies cannot be accommodated in applicable classes.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations requested at least 7 days before the class may receive a refund less a 20% service fee. Registration may be transferred to another class date only when requested more than 72 hours in advance and D'liteful is able to fill the vacated spot. No refunds are issued otherwise unless D'liteful cancels the class, in which case participants may receive a full refund or transfer to another available date.

Good to Know

Before You Register

Please review the information below along with the details listed for your specific class.

Bring Your Group Together

Private Workshops & Team Building

Looking for a hands-on experience for your team, friends or private group? D'liteful offers private chocolate workshops & team-building experiences designed around your group, with guided instruction and plenty of opportunities to create together.

Workshops can be hosted at D'liteful in Lake San Marcos or arranged at select off-site locations, depending on your group size and event needs.

Join Us in the Kitchen

More Ways to Learn, Create & Celebrate at D'liteful

From hands-on classes to team building, special events & children’s parties, D'liteful offers experiences for all kinds of groups and occasions.