The Big Nailed It Baking Challenge - Episode Guide

Season 1

Baking 101

Episode: 1x01 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (50 min)

Baking 101

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

Fruit Follies

Episode: 1x02 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (48 min)

Fruit Follies

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

Episode: 1x03 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (47 min)

Fondant Fails

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

Piping Perfection

Episode: 1x04 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (36 min)

Piping Perfection

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!

Episode: 1x05 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (39 min)

Ya Not Done!

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

Episode: 1x06 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (49 min)

Bakers Blast Off

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

Episode: 1x07 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (49 min)

Defying Gravity

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

Professor Chocolate

Episode: 1x08 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (47 min)

Professor Chocolate

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

Second Chances

Episode: 1x09 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (48 min)

Second Chances

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

Finale

Episode: 1x10 | Airdate: Aug 4, 2023 (49 min)

Finale

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

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