The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge - Season 1

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Baking 101

1 - Baking 101

Air Date: August 4, 2023

After learning the basics of stacking and frosting, the contestants make two-sided cakes that are full of surprises.

Fruit Follies

2 - Fruit Follies

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The bakers give grocery store sheet cakes a "cakeover," then apply what they've learned to a not-so-classic fruitcake. Guest judge: Vanessa Bayer.

Fondant Fails

3 - Fondant Fails

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The brave contenders face their fears by covering everyday objects in fondant, followed by a terrifying Big Cake Bake.

Piping Perfection

4 - Piping Perfection

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The pressure's on when the contestants use piping bags to create a cupcake garden, then serve up a circus-themed big top cake — with a big, big twist.

Ya Not Done!

5 - Ya Not Done!

Air Date: August 4, 2023

A colossal bake involving stacked cakes and cookies is a balancing act that takes skill — and serious teamwork. Guest judge: Bobby Moynihan.

Bakers Blast Off

6 - Bakers Blast Off

Air Date: August 4, 2023

Armed with airbrushes, the remaining bakers attempt a beach-themed pull-apart cupcake cake and an ambitious edible rocket. Guest judge: London Hughes.

Defying Gravity

7 - Defying Gravity

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The contestants add advanced techniques to their skill sets with 3D frosted roller skates and amazing anti-gravity bakes.

Professor Chocolate

8 - Professor Chocolate

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The bakers learn the art of chocolate from a "Nailed It!" legend, then pour what they know into a chocolatey cake tower.

Second Chances

9 - Second Chances

Air Date: August 4, 2023

To win a spot in the finals, the last three bakers standing must prove that they've learned from their mistakes.

Finale

10 - Finale

Air Date: August 4, 2023

The top two bakers get 12 hours to impress a panel of experts with their artistry. But who will claim the sweet cash prize?