18 Compete: [s5e4] Top

Christian, Francis B., and Ahran rose to the top with their creative dishes.

Courtney, an early front-runner, nearly went home after accidentally seasoning her donuts with salt instead of sugar. The Results [S5E4] Top 18 Compete

Ahran won the challenge, earning immunity and a massive advantage for the next round. Christian, Francis B

Cutter , Kira , and Courtney struggled with consistency and flavor. Cutter , Kira , and Courtney struggled with

I can provide more details on individual performances or the fallout of the Ahran-Courtney rivalry in later episodes. MasterChef: Season 5, Episode 4 - Rotten Tomatoes

During the challenge, Ahran openly accused the judges of favoring Courtney, sparking a season-long rivalry. The Sweet and Salty Invention Test

Leslie (who had never made donuts before) and Francis L. impressed the judges most and were named the winners of the challenge.