Season 1

1. Here Come the Kids

Twenty-four cooks between the ages of eight and 13 prepare dishes for the judges.

2013-09-27 • 42 min

2. School's Out...But the Masterchef Kitchen Is Open!

The cooks participate in a mystery box challenge; the contestants have an hour to create a restaurant-quality burger.

2013-10-04 • 42 min

3. Whip It

The cooks test the stiffness of their hand-whipped cream by holding the bowls upside down over the judges' heads; beef Wellington challenge.

2013-10-11 • 42 min

4. Bad Food Bares

The cooks create dishes using foods kids don't usually like; the kids must create layer cakes in 90 minutes.

2013-10-18 • 42 min

5. Restaurant Takeovers

The kids split into two teams and take over a fine dining restaurant in Los Angeles where feedback from the diners and the head chef will decide the winning team.

2013-10-25 • 42 min

6. Finale, Part 1

The top four cooks create dishes featuring chicken, with the cooks of two best dishes moving to the final round.

2013-11-01 • 42 min

7. Finale, Part 2

The two remaining cooks prepare three-course menus; the winner is chosen.

2013-11-08 • 42 min