Bakers from Maui, Hawaii, Athens, Georgia and Omaha, Nebraska compete in a speedy elimination round with Beer as the mystery ingredient. The last two standing compete for $10,000 in a Back Yard BBQ-themed donut Showdown. With judges Jamika Pessoa, Zane Caplansky and Elizabeth Faulkner.

Three bakers must use peanuts in the elimination round in order to make it to the $10,000 tailgate-themed pie showdown.