The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge

Season 1

2023 · 10 episodes · 7h 42m in all · 3.3/10

Episodes

1. 

   1. Baking 101

   4 Aug 2023 · 50 min · 5.5/10

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

2. 

   2. Fruit Follies

   4 Aug 2023 · 48 min · 1.0/10

   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.

3. 

   3. Fondant Fails

   4 Aug 2023 · 47 min

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

4. 

   4. Piping Perfection

   4 Aug 2023 · 36 min

   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.

5. 

   5. Ya Not Done!

   4 Aug 2023 · 39 min

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

6. 

   6. Bakers Blast Off

   4 Aug 2023 · 49 min

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

7. 

   7. Defying Gravity

   4 Aug 2023 · 49 min

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

8. 

   8. Professor Chocolate

   4 Aug 2023 · 47 min

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

9. 

   9. Second Chances

   4 Aug 2023 · 48 min

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

10. 

    10. Finale

    4 Aug 2023 · 49 min

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