Get your sweet tooth on with new holiday episodes of Cupcake Wars and Sweet Genius, premiering this Thursday.

Four bakers compete for the opportunity to serve their cupcake creations at a VIP party for the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival Parade in Chicago.

Get in the spirit with Chef Ron, who has a host of holiday surprises planned for the competitors in this episode. For the first test, he sends out a fabled pudding and a classic Yuletide candy. The second test is inspired by ice and includes a starchy packaged food and a colorful refreshment. For the final test, the two remaining chefs must make chocolate treats that incorporate beets and have a magical inspiration.