Synopsis

The final five chefs faced the reigning champion, the already colossal prize money poised to soar even higher. The appetizer basket revealed an intimidating ingredient. In the entrée round, a shocking dollar value attached to a wheel-selected item left them stunned, forcing them to master one of Chopped's most challenging ingredients. But the final two contenders unearthed a giant sweet surprise in the dessert basket, and with frantic stirring, blending, and baking, they poured their hearts in