Spring Baking Championship Season 9 Episode 6 Retro Love

In the sixth episode of the ninth season of Spring Baking Championship, titled "Retro Love," the remaining bakers are tasked with creating desserts inspired by the classic flavors and styles of the 1950s and 60s.

The episode begins with the bakers meeting host Clinton Kelly and judges Nancy Fuller and Duff Goldman in the kitchen. The judges explain that the bakers will have to create two desserts that showcase retro flavors and techniques. To help them get started, the bakers watch an old video clip of a housewife teaching viewers how to make a retro dessert from scratch.

As the clock starts ticking, the bakers begin brainstorming ideas for their desserts. Some opt for classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate, while others experiment with more unusual flavors like pineapple and grapefruit. All of the bakers face the challenge of incorporating retro techniques like fondant and buttercream flowers into their desserts.

As the bakers work on their desserts, they face a number of challenges. Some struggle to get their fondant decorations just right, while others struggle with getting their cakes to bake evenly. The pressure mounts as the clock ticks down and the judges begin to scrutinize each dessert.

Ultimately, the judges are impressed with the creativity and execution of the bakers. Some standouts include a lemon chiffon cake with raspberry filling and a strawberry shortcake topped with buttercream roses. The judges choose one baker as the winner of the challenge, and another is sent home.

Next, the bakers face the elimination challenge. For this round, they must create a dessert inspired by a vintage kitchen gadget. Each baker is given a different gadget, such as a retro toaster or a stand mixer. The bakers must use the gadget as inspiration for their dessert, incorporating its colors, shapes, or textures.

As they work, the bakers face a number of setbacks. Some struggle to come up with a cohesive design for their dessert, while others struggle with the technical aspects of using their gadget as a jumping-off point. One baker even has to start over after his cake falls apart mid-bake.

In the end, the judges are impressed with the creativity and execution of the bakers. Some standout desserts include a playful cake inspired by a vintage juicer and a chocolate tart with a textured crust inspired by a retro food processor. The judges choose one baker as the winner of the challenge, and another is sent home.

As the episode ends, the remaining bakers reflect on their experiences in the competition so far. They talk about the challenges they've faced and the skills they've acquired. With only a few episodes left in the season, the competition is heating up and the stakes are higher than ever.