Buddy Valastro and Duff Goldman create cakes capturing scenes from the classic Christmas ballet, "The Nutcracker." Team Buddy works on an enormous cake in the clutches of the Rat King. Team Duff sets the stage for his cake with a seven-headed Rat King facing off with the Nutcracker Prince.
Host George Duran uncovers why the cake has traditionally been a symbol of celebration while he takes a look at the history of cupcakes, King Cakes, Election Cakes and more!
Sandra cooks French Creole with friend Reggie Southerland with recipes for Andouille Sausage Creole, Cheesy Creole Grits, Fried Okra w/ Tomatoes, a Mardi Gras King Cake plus a Jazz Fest cocktail.
Visit Maurice's French Pastries for Mardi Gras-styled King Cakes. Try Zapp's Potaro Chips for some hot cajun flavor. And visit ELMER'S CHOCOLATES, a chocolate store known for its candies and chocolate toppings for generations.
For their final battle, Buddy Valastro and Duff Goldman create their own magical winter wonderlands. The teams construct artic creatures and their habitats in displays of massive proportions, and the King of Holiday Cakes is crowned.