On this episode of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, the owner of Maria Antonia Cakes competes to win $10,000 and have her cupcakes presented at the American Film Institute's Young Hollywood star-studded party.

Jenica Braddock has always been a dreamer, which makes sense since she started Dreamy Creations in Northridge, Calif., when she was only 20. Today, her storefront is loaded with fanciful gems like the Chunky Monkey: a fudge-filled banana cupcake gilded with Italian icing, toasted nuts and chocolate.

Creating 17 distinctive cupcakes daily feels like child's play for Cupcake Wars veteran Sift Cupcake & Dessert Bar. Born out of necessity, owner Andrea Ballus dreamed of better cupcakes in Napa Valley. Now her Gingerbread-Zinfandel and Pink Champagne frosted delights are granting one-bite wishes.

Whether for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries or just because you want to eat cake, the pretty and casual creations of Lila & Sage have got your back. The highlight of its new Cupcake Shop is the whoopie pie - a sandwiched mash-up of one part frosting, two parts cake and three parts silly good fun.

On this episode of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, the owner of Two Parts Sugar competes to win and have her cupcakes presented at a celebrity-studded event for the 2009 Alma Awards.

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The cupcakes at Courtesan Cupcakes come fit for a royal -- and vegan -- court. Although the cupcakes from Courtesan may lack butter and eggs, they don't lack flavor. Try for yourself with any one of Courtesan's custom creations, from a vegan Butterfinger to the vegan Death by Chocolate cupcake.

Crystal Nicole Jones stumbled on the idea for her special cheesecake cupcakes during Thanksgiving dinner, and today she continues to master her cheesecake cupcake recipe. If you're intrigued, try the mimosa-inspired Marilyn Monmosa or the Sasha Salted Caramel, made with a fleur de sel cheesecake.

The "V" stands for vegan, and these baked goods are just that. Despite the lack of dairy or eggs, these mindful treats are just as decadent as their counterparts. C'est La V Bakeshop and its online store are closed for the time being, but stay tuned for vegan cakes, cupcakes, cookies and more.

For cupcakes with a little soul, Soul Cups has it all. This pastry catering company crafts fresh, down-home cupcakes for special events. They even combine dessert and drink with "Cuptail Parties." Try the Muddy Water Chocolate Cupcake, a flowery treat of Dutch dark chocolate and rose buttercream.

Sweet Mess Cakery was a "poolside-in-Miami" hit on Cupcake Wars. Los Angelinos can order their tasty treats online, like the spicy chai cupcake called Breakfast in Bed or the Guinness, espresso and chocolate-filled cupcake known as the Tall, Dark and Handsome.

Southern Girl Desserts is bringing Deep South classics to the City of Angels, y'all. Co-owner Catarah Hampshire gave the Cupcake Wars judges a taste of her signature Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Icing. Now her down-home flavors like Vanilla Bean and Lemon are on celebrity tables across Hollywood.

The sweet dreams of owner Andrea Brackett turned into reality when she opened Sweet Dreamery Desserts. Her web-based business continues to specialize in throwback desserts like Devil's Food and even Malted Milk. Or, get a bigger bite as Sweet Dreamery has more than two dozen kinds of layer cakes.

On this episode of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, the owner of Glen the Baker competes to win $10,000 and have his cupcakes presented at the preview event for the Los Angeles Auto Show.

On this episode of Food Network's Cupcake Wars, the owner Carrie Cakeaway competes to win $10,000 and have her cupcakes featured at a celebrity-packed party celebrating the Los Angeles Dodgers.