Seven teams, composed of a cake artist, sugar sculptor, and master food carver, compete; they must tackle the worst gift under the Christmas tree; giving Santa Claus a makeover.

The six remaining trios celebrate the 50th anniversary of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966); a modern twist on How the Grinch Stole Christmas; the teams add holiday spirit to the Grinch's tale; Dr. Seuss Enterprises president Susan Brandt join the judges panel. Written by anonymous

Five remaining teams are challenged to show how Santa's elves get in shape; teams then must give the Nutcracker a modern twist; Charles Phoenix and Sherry Yard, along with special guest judge Tamera Mowry-Housley, determine which team is eliminated. Written by anonymous

Four remaining teams of a master cake artist, sugar sculptor and food carver return to battle; the contestants must imagine Santa's undercover disguise; the contestants create a delicious forest world, where the animals celebrate Christmas. Written by anonymous

The final three teams must help Santa with a gift for Mrs. Claus; the teams create the ultimate Santa's Workshop; guest judge and candy queen Jackie Sorkin helps to determine which teams will face off in the next round.