Watch Easter Basket Challenge

Easter Basket Challenge is a delightful reality competition series that premiered on discovery+ in 2021. The series is hosted by Harry Fiebelman and Ora Beth Mika, two renowned pastry chefs with impressive backgrounds in creative confectionery. Each episode of the show pits five of the country's top pastry masters against each other as they compete in a series of challenges designed to put their sugary skills to the test.

Throughout the season, viewers get a chance to watch as each pastry chef takes on tasks that range from creating visually stunning Easter-themed treats to whipping up the most indulgent desserts imaginable. The challenges vary from episode to episode, with contestants often having to think on their feet and improvise as they work to perfect their creations.

The show opens with the five contestants gathering in the Easter Basket Challenge kitchen, ready to hear what the first challenge will be. The tension is immediately palpable as each pastry chef prepares to unleash their skills and creativity in front of the judges. From there, the real fun begins, as the chefs scramble to finish their creations within the given time limit.

The first challenge is often a warm-up, allowing contestants to get comfortable with one another and the overall competition. Ingredients, tools, and themes are all provided, and chefs likely opt for classic desserts using classic Easter ingredients. As the competition progresses, the challenges become more complex, with contestants given less guidance and forced to innovate.

One standout challenge in Easter Basket Challenge involves creating cakes, sculpted to look like a literal Easter basket, and filled with a variety of sweet treats like pastel-dyed macarons, chocolate eggs, and more. The basket must also have a handle that is structurally sound and edible. Contestants must execute well in terms of taste, texture, and the basket's aesthetic appeal. The judges, of course, critique each cake meticulously, noting the highs and lows of each creation.

The bond between contestants is impressive, and at times, could be considered heartwarming. Despite the noble competition, the pastry chefs are willing to lend a hand and share tips where needed. There are moments of laughter, and also, moments where emotions are high.

The show culminates in a grand finale where the top two pastry chefs from the semis take on the ultimate challenge, creating Easter displays grand enough to be showcased in a grand ballroom; while also tasked with creating eggs that reflect each of the chef's personalities. The judges give careful taste and visual assessments of each of these creations before crowning the winner of Easter Basket Challenge.

Harry Fiebelman and Ora Beth Mika's hosting is helpful, entertaining, and informative. They explain the nuances of each dessert that is being made, giving viewers at home a better understanding of the behind-the-scenes work that goes into a pastry chef's production. The judges are very rugged with their critiques, and not every dish is satisfactory. However, the constructive feedback given is incredibly useful not just for the contestants, but for those watching at home as well.

Overall, Easter Basket Challenge is a delightful addition to cooking shows on television. It offers viewers the chance to watch incredibly talented chefs showcase their skills in a fun and entertaining way, all while celebrating the Easter season. The series manages to balance both being informative and fun, with its enthusiastic and expert judging panel, as well as its expert hosts, creating a light-hearted competitive cooking series that's both accessible and engaging.

Easter Basket Challenge is a series that ran for 3 seasons (11 episodes) between and on discovery+