On Set with the Celebrities of Cupcake Wars

Take a peek at Hollywood A-listers as they get set to battle in sweet competition.

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Give Me a C-A-K-E

Jonathan Bennett showed off his strength with a little help from on-set cheerleaders.

Smile for the Camera

During a rare break in filming, Jonathan and baker Perez Hilton caught up for a photo together.

Cool Under Pressure

Coolio maintained a steady hand as he mixed in his dry ingredients.

Ready for Inspection

Judge Florian Bellanger surveyed the cupcake with careful detail after unwrapping it from its paper.

More Is More

Why have one big cupcake when you can indulge in three little ones, right?

Better Together

In the early stages of their cupcake baking, Molly Sims and her teammate sifted dry ingredients for the base of their batter.

Finishing Touch

Cupcakes are taken to a new level of indulgence when finished with a bright-red cherry.

Sheer Volume

Thanks to the work of the baking assistants on set, the contestants are able to execute hundreds of cupcakes in only a matter of hours.

What's So Funny?

Audrina Patridge and her pal couldn't help but crack a smile, even amid the pressure of the competition.

Technical Work

Ready and focused, Drake Bell worked with the mixer as he and his partner prepared to bake.

Pure Shock

Heather Morris and her competition cohort looked on with surprise as the scene unfolded in front of them.

Group Photo

No matter the rivalry among the bakers, they came together for a shot and posed with Jonathan.

A Helping Hand

Nick Young accepted some welcome assistance from his baking helper when it came to the team's piping bag.

Twisted Up

Who knew the host was so flexible?

Hart Attack

It's all about the teamwork for Hannah Hart and her pal in battle.

Selfie Time

Jonathan snapped a quick picture with Bob Harper.

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