The American Baking Competition

The American Baking Competition (2013)

EndedReality showFood

10 bakers were chosen from a nationwide search of amateur bakers at local casting bake-offs. Proving the joy of bakings broad appeal, the six female and four male home bakers have varied lives and jobs, including a firefighter, photographer, homemaker, attorney, advertiser, home health care provider, college student, retiree, project manager and a baking enthusiast trying to go pro. Each week these passionate home bakers competing in three unique challenges, Signature Bake, Technical Bake and Showstopper Bake. The contestant who out-bakes the rest is that week's Star Baker, while the one whose creations fail to impress is eliminated. The final challenge will be between the three remaining contestants, one of whom will go on to be crowned the best amateur baker in America and win the $250,000 grand prize. The winner will also be awarded a publishing contract with Simon & Schuster to public...

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 20:00 (60 min)

Last Episode

Finale
Season 1Episode 760 min

Finale

As the final three bakers compete in a winner-take-all battle for $250,000 and a cookbook contract, the pressure reaches an all-time high, leading one of them to break down. Also, the contestants also face their toughest challenges yet when they need to use peanuts in their Signature Bakes, as well as make 72 American flag-inspired miniature desserts for their Showstoppers.

Jul 10, 2013

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07FinaleJul 10, 2013
S01E06PatisserieJul 3, 2013
S01E05DessertsJun 26, 2013
S01E04BreadsJun 19, 2013
S01E03CakesJun 12, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the "The American Baking Competition" premiere?

"The American Baking Competition" premiered on May 29, 2013.

Who hosted "The American Baking Competition"?

Jeff Foxworthy hosted "The American Baking Competition."

How many contestants competed in "The American Baking Competition"?

Ten contestants competed in "The American Baking Competition."

Who were the judges for "The American Baking Competition"?

The judges for "The American Baking Competition" were Marcela Valladolid and Paul Hollywood.

What were the challenges like in "The American Baking Competition"?

The challenges in "The American Baking Competition" varied each week and ranged from traditional desserts to more complicated baked goods.

Who were the top three finalists in "The American Baking Competition"?

The top three finalists in "The American Baking Competition" were Brian Emmett, Elaine Francisco, and Francine Bryson.

Who was the winner of "The American Baking Competition"?

Francine Bryson was the winner of "The American Baking Competition."

What was the prize for winning "The American Baking Competition"?

The prize for winning "The American Baking Competition" was $250,000 and a cookbook deal.

How many challenges were there in "The American Baking Competition"?

There were nine challenges in "The American Baking Competition."

What were some of the challenges in "The American Baking Competition"?

Some of the challenges in "The American Baking Competition" included baking doughnuts, making pies, and creating miniature desserts.

What was the format of "The American Baking Competition"?

"The American Baking Competition" followed a weekly format where contestants completed challenges and one person was eliminated each week.

How did the judges decide who gets eliminated in "The American Baking Competition"?

The judges decided who gets eliminated in "The American Baking Competition" by scoring each contestant's performance in the challenges.

Cast

Paul Hollywood

Paul Hollywood

plays himself
Jeff Foxworthy

Jeff Foxworthy

plays himself
Marcela Valladolid

Marcela Valladolid

plays herself
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Characters

Judge

Judge

played by Paul Hollywood
Host

Host

played by Jeff Foxworthy
Judge

Judge

played by Marcela Valladolid
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