Plot Synopsis

Buddy Valastro is now judging some of the best bakers from across the country to the test in a nonstop dessert competition. With only six hours, the competitors must bake creative cookies, decadent cupcakes, and a showpiece cake -- all inspired by a surprise theme. The clock never stops, even during the judging, as Buddy and two guest judges visit each baker's station every two hours to taste and critique their sweets -- and then send someone home. Rotating guest expert judges include Nacho Aguirre, Ralph Attanasia, Zoe Francois, Tregaye Frasier, Dan Langan, Lorraine Pascale, Aarti Sequeira, Thiago Silva, and Kristen Tomlan.

In the series opener, "Magic," four bakers have only six hours to conjure spellbinding cookies, cupcakes and a showpiece cake inspired by magic. Host Buddy Valastro is joined by pastry chef Zoe Francois and CAKE BOSS sculptor Ralph Attanasia to judge the creations and send the best baker on a dream vacation.
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On Monday, July 13, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT, Food Network premiered "Travel," the season finale of BIG TIME BAKE. Four bakers take host Buddy Valastro and judges Thiago Silva and Aarti Sequeira on an incredible journey as they create cookies, cupcakes and a showpiece cake inspired by their travels. After six hours of intense competition, one baker's journey will continue as they embark on an all-expenses-paid, once-in-a-lifetime trip.