Sweet Genius

Sweet Genius (2011-2013)

EndedReality showFood

Renowned pastry chef Ron Ben-Israel hosts this competition series in which four of America's premier pastry chefs compete in challenges, judged by Ben-Israel, that test their ability to use secret ingredients to create, based on a given inspiration, inventive desserts in a finite period of time. The winner of each challenge advances to the final test in which the last chef standing wins $10,000. Among the challenges the contestants face is using duck fat and fusilli to create a frozen treat inspired by diamonds. Chances are you won't see that dessert in your neighborhood ice cream shop anytime soon.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E13Wedded GeniusJan 24, 2013
S03E12Samba GeniusJan 17, 2013
S03E11Sci-Fi GeniusJan 10, 2013
S03E10Electric GeniusJan 3, 2013
S03E09Dream Catching GeniusDec 20, 2012
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Sweet Genius first premiere?

Sweet Genius first premiered on September 22, 2011.

Who was the host of Sweet Genius?

The host of Sweet Genius was Ron Ben-Israel.

How many contestants competed in each episode of Sweet Genius?

Four contestants competed in each episode of Sweet Genius.

What was the prize for winning Sweet Genius?

The prize for winning Sweet Genius was $10,000.

What was the format of each episode of Sweet Genius?

Each episode of Sweet Genius featured three challenges, with the final challenge determining the winner.

How long did each episode of Sweet Genius last?

Each episode of Sweet Genius lasted 60 minutes.

Who served as judges on Sweet Genius?

Guest judges served on each episode of Sweet Genius.

What was the theme of each episode of Sweet Genius?

Each episode of Sweet Genius had a theme, such as "Comic Genius" or "Holiday Genius."

What types of desserts were featured on Sweet Genius?

Sweet Genius featured a wide variety of desserts, including cakes, cookies, and pastries.

What was the most common critique given to contestants on Sweet Genius?

The most common critique given to contestants on Sweet Genius was that their desserts lacked creativity.

How were the challenges on Sweet Genius judged?

The challenges on Sweet Genius were judged on taste, presentation, and adherence to the given theme.

Was Sweet Genius a competition show?

Yes, Sweet Genius was a competition show.

How many seasons of Sweet Genius were produced?

Three seasons of Sweet Genius were produced.

What was the main demographic targeted by Sweet Genius?

Sweet Genius targeted adults who were interested in cooking and baking.

Did Sweet Genius feature any celebrity guest judges?

Yes, Sweet Genius featured celebrity guest judges on some episodes.

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