3 rounds: cupcakes- recreate your pet, confections- inspired by a family recipe, cake- recreate a family vacation in both look and taste. Guest judge is Carla Hall.
3 rounds: cupcakes- feature favorite chocolate pairing, confections- feature ruby or blonde chocolate, cake- fantasy land of chocolate. Guest judge is Jacques Torres.
3 rounds: cupcakes- recreate your first date, confections- one that could hide an engagement ring, cake- wedding cake. Guest judges are Nick and Vanessa Lachey.