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The Best Episodes of MasterChef Junior

Every episode of MasterChef Junior ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of MasterChef Junior!

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American version of the culinary competition series that gives talented kids between the ages of 8 and 13 the chance to showcase their culinary abilities and passion for food through a series of delicious challenges.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 10 - Finale (2)
    8.3/10(18 votes)

    #1 - Finale (2)

    S9:E10

    The three finalists are one step away from winning the competition as they complete their main courses and whip up a stunning dessert; the chefs have one final hour to showcase their culinary abilities and impress the judges; the winner is crowned.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 7 - Thyme Travel
    8.1/10(22 votes)

    #2 - Thyme Travel

    S9:E7

    The five remaining young chefs travel back in time to one week one to earn a spot in the semi-finals; the chefs are tasked with recreating the first dish they made into an elegant and electrifying version.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 6 - Pancakes & Ice Cream
    8.0/10(23 votes)

    #3 - Pancakes & Ice Cream

    S9:E6

    The remaining six chefs compete for the top spot in a team-based pancake challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 5 - Mystery Box
    7.8/10(23 votes)

    #4 - Mystery Box

    S9:E5

    The top seven young chefs are faced with a mystery box challenge made from their nightmares! The judges task the contestants with facing their fears and turning ingredients they hate into delicious, restaurant-quality dishes. The winning chef will advance in the competition and take home e-bikes for their entire family.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 9 - Finale (1)
    7.8/10(22 votes)

    #5 - Finale (1)

    S9:E9

    The three finalists battle against each other in the ultimate showdown; the pint-sized chefs are tasked with creating an appetizer using the popular - and feared - flambe technique; the chefs must create an exquisite main course dish.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 2 - School's Out...But the Masterchef Kitchen Is Open!
    7.7/10(60 votes)

    #6 - School's Out...But the Masterchef Kitchen Is Open!

    S1:E2

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 7 - Finale, Part 2
    7.7/10(50 votes)

    #7 - Finale, Part 2

    S1:E7

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 3 - Whip It
    7.6/10(57 votes)

    #8 - Whip It

    S1:E3

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 6 - Finale, Part 1
    7.6/10(46 votes)

    #9 - Finale, Part 1

    S1:E6

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 4 - Bad Food Bares
    7.5/10(50 votes)

    #10 - Bad Food Bares

    S1:E4

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 1 - The Next Generation
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - The Next Generation

    S2:E1

    Sixteen young home cooks arrive and find themselves preparing dishes using Alexander Weiss's favorite ingredients, including pork chops, pork tenderloin and green apples. The winner chooses which protein is used in the elimination round before 12 contestants are chosen to advance in the competition.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 3 - Mom Knows Best
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #12 - Mom Knows Best

    S2:E3

    A three-legged challenge is held to make a dozen cupcakes. Later, Gordon's mom visits the kitchen as a guest judge when the remaining contestants prepare one of the host's favorite dishes from his childhood.

    Director:Unknown
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  13. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 5 - Pop-Up Restaurant
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #13 - Pop-Up Restaurant

    S2:E5

    The last six cooks split up into teams to compete in the inaugural restaurant challenge, with the winning group advancing to the semifinals.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 1 - Eating Emoji
    7.4/10(30 votes)

    #14 - Eating Emoji

    S9:E1

    Twelve young home chefs enter the kitchen to battle it out for the title of the next MasterChef Junior champion, taking home a trophy and $100,000 grand prize. For their first challenge, the junior chefs are each given an emoji cookie and have one hour to prepare a dish that represents the emotion behind it. The chef with the best dish will not only be safe from elimination but will also win a trip to Las Vegas.

    Director:Unknown
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  15. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 1 - Here Come the Kids
    7.3/10(75 votes)

    #15 - Here Come the Kids

    S1:E1

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

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 2 - Under the Sea
    7.3/10(26 votes)

    #16 - Under the Sea

    S9:E2

    The remaining eleven contestants are back in the kitchen for a mystery treasure chest challenge.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 3 - Globetrotters
    7.2/10(27 votes)

    #17 - Globetrotters

    S9:E3

    The chefs are tasked with preparing hearty meals for the Harlem Globetrotters. Each team must whip up a meal that satisfies the players' big appetites while meeting their dietary restrictions.

    Director:Unknown
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  18. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 4 - Magic Castle
    7.2/10(26 votes)

    #18 - Magic Castle

    S9:E4

    The top eight young chefs journey to the famous Magic Castle to celebrate its 60th anniversary; the chefs split into teams to perform magic on the grill and feed the magicians and staff of the Academy of Magical Arts.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. MasterChef Junior Season 9 Episode 8 - Gordon Demo
    7.1/10(23 votes)

    #19 - Gordon Demo

    S9:E8

    The remaining four chefs must cook alongside Gordon Ramsey himself; tasked with replicating one of Gordon's iconic duck dishes, each contestant must match Gordon's pace, precision and passion.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 2 - Flip It!
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #20 - Flip It!

    S2:E2

    A pancake-flipping contest precedes a challenge to create the best citrus cream pie.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 4 - An Egg-Cellent Adventure
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #21 - An Egg-Cellent Adventure

    S2:E4

    The contestants fry eggs sunny-side up in a 10-minute challenge, and later prepare their signature dishes that will anchor their menus at a future restaurant.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 6 - A Cut Above the Rest
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #22 - A Cut Above the Rest

    S2:E6

    The final four cooks must break down an Alaskan king salmon and produce as many perfect filets possible; contestants must create a restaurant-quality salmon dish with a limited number of ingredients.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. MasterChef Junior Season 2 Episode 7 - The Finale
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #23 - The Finale

    S2:E7

    The top 2 junior chefs prepare a three-course menu in their last challenge; the winner is crowned, receiving a trophy and a $100,000 prize.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. MasterChef Junior Season 1 Episode 5 - Restaurant Takeovers
    6.9/10(52 votes)

    #24 - Restaurant Takeovers

    S1:E5

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. MasterChef Junior Season 6 Episode 8 - Room Service
    6.0/10(1 votes)

    #25 - Room Service

    S6:E8

    The junior home cooks split into two teams and take over the kitchen at an upscale hotel in Los Angeles, where they will be in charge of running room service during breakfast for guests at the hotel.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Finale (2)" is the best rated episode of "MasterChef Junior". It scored 8.3/10 based on 18 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/20/2024. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Thyme Travel".