Season 1
All Episodes
Episode 1
Here Come the Kids
September 27, 2013
Twenty-four cooks between the ages of eight and 13 prepare dishes for the judges.
Episode 2
School's Out...But the Masterchef Kitchen Is Open!
October 4, 2013
The cooks participate in a mystery box challenge; the contestants have an hour to create a restaurant-quality burger.
Episode 3
Whip It
October 11, 2013
The cooks test the stiffness of their hand-whipped cream by holding the bowls upside down over the judges' heads; beef Wellington challenge.
Episode 4
Bad Food Bares
October 18, 2013
The cooks create dishes using foods kids don't usually like; the kids must create layer cakes in 90 minutes.
Episode 5
Restaurant Takeovers
October 25, 2013
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.
Episode 6
Finale, Part 1
November 1, 2013
The top four cooks create dishes featuring chicken, with the cooks of two best dishes moving to the final round.
Episode 7
Finale, Part 2
November 8, 2013
The two remaining cooks prepare three-course menus; the winner is chosen.