1. Here Come the Kids

7

. 27 September 2013. 42 min

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

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

7

. 4 October 2013. 42 min

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

3. Whip It

7

. 11 October 2013. 42 min

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

4. Bad Food Bares

7

. 18 October 2013. 42 min

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

5. Restaurant Takeovers

7

. 25 October 2013. 42 min

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.

6. Finale, Part 1

7

. 1 November 2013. 42 min

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

7. Finale, Part 2

7.5

. 8 November 2013. 42 min

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