Ep 10. Aloha Cupcakes

In this season 7 episode 10 of Cupcake Wars titled Aloha Cupcakes, the contestants are challenged to create cupcakes with a Hawaiian twist. Four baking teams compete in three rounds of elimination to be crowned the winner and take home the grand prize of $10,000.

In the first round, the contestants are given 75 minutes to bake and decorate their unique cupcakes with a taste of Hawaii. The judges taste each cupcake and critique the flavors, textures, and presentation. The baking team with the weakest cupcake is eliminated.

For the second round, the remaining three teams must create a display of 1,000 cupcakes with a Hawaiian theme. They have two hours to decorate and assemble their display, which must feature at least two different flavors of cupcakes. The judges take into account the overall appearance of the display, the creativity and execution of the theme, and the flavors of the cupcakes themselves. The team with the least impressive display is sent home.

The final round features the remaining two teams, who must create a showcase cake with a tropical island inspiration. They have three hours to bake, decorate and assemble the cake. The judges evaluate the creativity, execution, and taste of the cake. The team with the best showcase cake is declared the winner and receives the $10,000 prize.

Throughout the episode, the contestants face various challenges, including malfunctioning equipment, time constraints, and creative differences. They are also faced with the pressure of impressing the judges, who are renowned pastry chef Florian Bellanger, Sprinkles Cupcakes founder Candace Nelson, and a rotating roster of guest judges.

The Aloha Cupcakes episode of Cupcake Wars showcases the baking skills of the contestants and highlights the tropical flavors and aesthetics of Hawaii. Each round is filled with drama, intensity, and surprises as the contestants battle it out for the ultimate prize. Whether they succeed or fail, the bakers showcase their creativity, skills, and determination through each round, making this episode a must-watch for any baking enthusiast or cupcake lover.