Ep 3. Hot Air Balloon Cake & Happy Little Bakers

In Cake Boss season 4 episode 3, entitled "Hot Air Balloon Cake & Happy Little Bakers," viewers see Buddy and the team take on a unique challenge when a client requests a hot air balloon cake for their daughter's birthday. The team must figure out how to create a functional balloon topper and ensure that the cake stays level during transport and setup.

In addition to this major project, the episode also introduces viewers to the "Happy Little Bakers" program, a summer camp for kids interested in baking. Buddy hosts a group of young bakers at the bakery, teaching them how to make cookies and cupcakes, and giving them a glimpse behind the scenes of his world-renowned shop.

As the team works to create the hot air balloon cake, tensions rise when an important piece of the structure - the basket - breaks during creation. Ultimately, however, the team is able to come together and create a stunning finished product that both the client and the birthday girl are thrilled with.

Viewers also get to see a softer side of the Cake Boss team when they work with the Happy Little Bakers. The young campers are enthusiastic and excited to learn from Buddy and the team, and it's clear that the experience is meaningful for both the kids and the professional bakers.

Overall, "Hot Air Balloon Cake & Happy Little Bakers" is a heartwarming episode that showcases the creativity and teamwork of the Cake Boss shop while also emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge and passion with the next generation.