Tatiana Kovalenko

This holiday season, host Duff Goldman is blending a favorite tradition with scrumptious, beautiful baked goods! Over five magical episodes, six teams of dessert wizards participate in the first-ever competition put on by Santa Claus himself and his faithful Scout Elves from the wildly popular "The Elf on the Shelf." In this "elf-stravaganza," the sweetmakers must create jaw-dropping edible showpieces that bring life the wonderment of Christmas magic for judges Kardea Brown and Ashley Holt. The winning team will be crowned the Ambassadors of Confectionery Concoctions for the North Pole and walk away with a grand prize of $25,000!

Welcome to Sweet Empire, hosted by Wells Adams where bakers hold the power to build their teams, shape their vision and rise to sweet supremacy … or crumble in defeat. Each episode, competitors craft jaw-dropping desserts and showstopping masterpieces inspired by holiday traditions, pop culture and pure imagination. Judged by Yolanda Gampp and Jacques Torres, only the most daring creations will stand tall. At stake: $50,000 and the title of Sweet Empire.