Kids Baking Championship Season 3 Episode 9 Molecular Kidstronomy

In the ninth episode of Kids Baking Championship season 3, titled "Molecular Kidstronomy," the remaining four young bakers tackle the world of molecular gastronomy. This scientific approach to cooking involves using unconventional techniques and ingredients to create unique and visually stunning dishes.

Hosts Valerie Bertinelli and Duff Goldman introduce the theme and explain that the bakers will be working with ingredients like liquid nitrogen, agar agar, and spherification agents. The kids are clearly excited but also a bit nervous, as they've never worked with these types of ingredients before.

The first challenge is a speed round, where the bakers have 30 minutes to create a dish using liquid nitrogen. The results are impressive, as the kids use the super-cold liquid to make ice cream, sorbet, and even a foamy whipped cream. However, not all of the dishes are successful, as some of the bakers struggle with the timing and end up with ice cream that's either too hard or too soft.

For the main challenge, the bakers must create a dessert using at least two molecular gastronomy techniques. They have two and a half hours to plan, prepare, and execute their dishes. As they brainstorm ideas, it's clear that the bakers are feeling the pressure. One contestant is worried about incorporating agar agar into their dish, while another is unsure how to use spherification to create a visually interesting dessert.

Throughout the challenge, the bakers experiment with different techniques and ingredients. One contestant uses spherification to create tiny, edible "caviar" balls for their dish, while another uses a smoking gun to infuse their dessert with a smoky flavor. The judges, Valerie and Duff, watch closely and offer guidance and encouragement as the bakers work.

Finally, it's time for the presentation and tasting. The bakers present their dishes and explain the techniques they used. The judges are impressed by the creativity and skill on display, but they also note the small mistakes and inconsistencies in some of the dishes.

At the end of the episode, one baker is named the winner and advances to the finale, while another is sent home. The remaining two bakers are one step closer to becoming the Kids Baking Champion.