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Great British Bake Off 2025: Who won series 16?

Find out who won, what happened, and all the funny and interesting moments from GBBO 2025.

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Great British Bake Off 2025: Who won series 16?

The Great British Bake Off is one of the most popular shows on British television, which is quite a feat considering that Bake Off is famously twee and prefers technical bakes and soggy bottoms to wine tosses and screams of “Rickayyyyy” (yes Eastenders, we’re looking at you).

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The Great British Bake Off debuted on the BBC in the summer of 2010 and went on to achieve huge success, resulting in renewed fame for the original line-up of judges and presenters, namely Mary Berry, Paul Hollywood, Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc.

Then, in the 2014 series, there was drama. An event which lives long in the memory of confectioners and sweet treat aficionados, one contestant made the decision to remove her fellow baker Iain’s Baked Alaska from the freezer prematurely, causing it to melt and resulting in Iain throwing his creation in the bin. The moment secured GBBO’s place in British television history, sparking a huge national debate which saw the scandal grace the front page of several national newspapers and someone change Diana’s Wikipedia page to label her an ‘ice cream melting supervillain’ (bit harsh).

In 2017, the BBC made the shocking announcement that Great British Bake Off would be leaving the channel and finding a new home on Channel 4. The move also saw judge Mary Berry, plus hosts Sue Perkins and Mel Giedroyc quit the show. Judge Paul Hollywood stayed and was soon joined by Prue Leith. The revamped series now airs on Channel 4 towards the end of each year and has been warmly received by most critics and viewers, proving that Bake Off hasn’t lost its magic.

Now, The Great British Bake Off is back for its 16th series, and we’ve got all the details on everything you could need to know. Read below to get all the answers you’ve been looking for - happy baking!

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What happened in the GBBO final?

After a very entertaining 9 weeks in the tent, only three bakers were left in the running for the GBBO 2025 crown. Meet the three bakers with a shot at winning the Bake Off 2025 final:

Meet the finalists

picture of three baker in the GBBO 2025 finalLeft to right: Aaron, Jasmine, and Tom. 

Aaron: With one Star Baker title under his belt, Aaron went into the final with a history of technically strong bakes and a calm approach, though was seen as a dark horse rather than a front-runner.

Jasmine: Already armed with five Star Baker wins, Jasmine’s flawless finishes, confident flavour pairings and composure under pressure made her the clear favourite to win in the judges’ eyes.

Tom: Despite not yet claiming a Star Baker title, Tom’s inventive ideas and willingness to take risks occasionally wowed the judges, though inconsistency kept him just shy of the top tier.

What happened on the Bake Off 2025 Final?

Signature: The signature bake took a classic route for the final, as the bakers were tasked with making 12 iced finger buns, split into two batches with different flavours and designs. Early on, Prue warned of the difficulties with getting the dough proved in time. Indeed, this was the bakers' main struggle. After mistaking citric acid for salt, Tom's buns placed last, with Paul commenting that his bread was awful. Aaron fared better, though the texture wasn't quite right. Jasmine took first spot.

Technical: Madeliene Towers were the order of the day, with the three Bake Off finalists charged with making 31 in total, each stuffed with lemon curd and dipped in chocolate to create an ombre effect. Inexperienced with madeleines, Jasmine struggled in this round, and her underbaked madeleines were described as 'messy' by the judges. Aaron's, while beautiful, had too much lemon curd. Tom, meanwhile, made an exceptional comeback and took top spot. 

Showstopper: The biggest showstopper in Bake Off history, the judges demanded an elegant table-top centrepiece cake measuring 1.2 metres. The judges thought Aaron's design seemed a little rushed. After receiving comments throughout the competition that he needed to deliver substance as well as style, Tom knocked it out of the park with his garden path design. Prue even said she didn't know how he could have improved on the cake. That said, Jasmine's stylish centrepiece was clearly the favourite.

Who won Great British Bake Off 2025?

Many online felt that this year, the judges had a clear favourite from the get-go. Plenty of other contestants got a look in across the ten-episode series, but in the end, only one could take home the Great British Bake Off 2025 trophy.

Jasmine, winner of great british bake off 2025

This year, it was Jasmine who took home the GBBO trophy, with Paul commenting that she is the most talented baker they've had on the show for quite a while now. Even more remarkable is the fact that while competing in GBBO, Jasmine was also studying for her medical exams and during the last few weeks, she had the added pressure of sitting those exams. She passed all of them. Hat's off to her!

Tom lamented that his excellent performance this week had given him hope, but, like most of us, he felt the winner was a done deal. As he told Jasmine (very sweetly) after the winner was revealed: ‘It was always you.’

What happened on Bake Off 2025?

We're glued to the screen every Tuesday night. Here's the main takeaway from each week, including who won Star Baker, who left the tent, and what people are talking about online.

The Semi Final (Week 9): Patisserie Week

What happened in GBBO week 8? The four remaining bakers (Jasmine, Aaron, Toby and Tom) tackled patisserie challenges this week. First up was the signature round, which called for two batches of six cream horns made using rough puff pastry, followed by a framboisier technical (that's a raspberry-pistachio layer cake) with the added challenge of a sugar-glass dome. The final Showstopper, meanwhile, requested a macaron sculpture (a minimum of 45cm tall). This one had to be entirely edible, with some meaning behind it. 

Who won Star Baker? Entering Week 9 with four star baker wins already, Jasmine is definitely the frontrunner. And while she failed to present a sugar dome for her framboisier technical, she excelled in the signature and in the showstopper; her dark chocolate macarons were described as 'delicious' by judges.

Who left GBBO? Despite Paul commenting that he 'couldn't accept' Tom's signature beehive macaron tower, given that the structure was largely chocolate-based rather than macaron focused, it was Toby who went home this week. He struggled a little in the signature, facing issues with his pastry lamination and turning out underbaked cream horns. In the Technical, he came last, thanks to a mousseline that failed to set. And while his crate of lemons showstopper was solid, the combined effect of previous rounds meant it was too little, too late. 

Did anything interesting happen? It was clear this week that the temperature in the tent affected the performance of all bakers, particularly with their puff pastry. This week also saw a spate of comments criticising Paul Hollywood after he made an unhelpful quip to Tom, saying that he was hanging on by his fingernails. 

The Quarter Final (Week 8): Dessert Week

What happened in GBBO week 8? Kicking off the Great British Bake Off quarter final, the signature challenge asked the five contestants to bake the perfect Basque cheesecake dessert. For the Technical, Prue demanded six gluten-free orange and cardamom upside-down puddings, to test their old-school baking skills, without any timings to follow. For the Showstopper, the bakers were tasked with creating an elaborate free-standing trifle.

Who won Star Baker? At the judges' debrief before heading into the Showstopper round, Prue and Paul declared Toby as the only baker in a decent position, the others having struggled with their steamed puddings (Toby has always performed fairly well in the blind challenges). But it was Jasmine who reclaimed the Star Baker title this week (her fourth win of the series), bouncing back from a low-scoring steamed pudding with a fantastic showstopper. The judges highlighted her as one of the season’s most technically skilled and stylistically confident bakers heading into the semi-final.

Who left GBBO? Iain became the eighth baker to leave the competition. Although his orange and cardamom puddings fared well in the Technical, his showstopper trifle failed to hold its structure, collapsing during the presentation. The judges also felt his flavour combinations were muddled compared to his competitors. Social media commenters are mourning his loss. 

Did anything interesting happen? The free-standing trifle challenge caused widespread chaos, with several bakers nervously watching their desserts wobble in the heat of the tent. Toby narrowly avoided disaster when his custard layer began to split, but managed a swift recovery. Meanwhile, Jasmine’s precision drew admiration from Paul and Prue, who joked that her trifle could serve as a 'model of stability'. With the GBBO 2025 semi-final looming, the competition is tighter than ever.

Week 7: Meringue Week

What happened in GBBO week 7? This week, the bakers took on a series of meringue-related challenges, starting with a 12 meringue pies for the signature, followed by a set of four soufflé for the technical, and a vacherin glace for the showstopper - a French meringue, fruit sorbet and cream dessert akin to a pavlova. 

Who won Star Baker? While, as ever, Jasmine scored highly and impressed across the challenges, it was Toby who took the title for week 7. Although he was tipped by bookies as a favourite to leave Bake Off this week, his apple lattice meringue pies earned him a Hollywood handshake, swiftly followed by an impressive 'Mango Tree' vacherin glace showstopper.

Who left GBBO? Lesley and Iain both had a tricky time prepping ahead of meringue week, with Lesley placing last in the technical. Tom also struggled with the soufflé challenge, coming fifth out of the bakers. Iain, however, nabbed first spot for the technical, leaving Lesley and Tom in need of a big win in the showstopper. In the end, Lesley left the tent, with Paul complaining that her wedding cake showstopper was too chewy.

Did anything interesting happen? Ghosts of Bake Offs past returned to the tent this week, courtesy of Iain's showstopper. Inspired by Series 5 contestant Iain Watters' baked Alaska incident (aka 'Bingate'), which saw him present his melted ice cream cake to the judges in a bin, this series' Iain created a 'Bingate Redemption' showstopper shaped as a trash can. While it looked great, Paul found the chocolate and coffee combination too strong. 

Week 6: Pastry Week

What happened in GBBO week 6? Pastry Week tested the bakers’ precision, patience and ability to avoid the dreaded soggy bottom. The signature challenge called for a savoury pastry plait with creative fillings, followed by a technical challenge set by Paul: a traditional gala pie with piccalilli. For the showstopper, the bakers were asked to create an elaborate sculpted tart standing at least a foot tall. Small mistakes had big consequences.

Who won Star Baker? Jasmine triumphed as Star Baker, continuing her impressive run in the competition. Her savoury plait received glowing praise for both its flavour and finesse, and she topped the technical challenge with a perfectly baked gala pie. Her towering showstopper tart was deemed both beautiful and delicious, securing her a clear victory. Lesley also did well, leaving several viewers pondering the judges' decision.

Who left GBBO? Nataliia became the sixth baker to leave the tent. Her pastry struggled in all three rounds, with judges noting underbaked layers in her plait and an overworked crust in her showstopper. Despite her inventive ideas, pressure on aesthetics and structure meant that small mistakes and inconsistent execution ultimately led to her departure.

Did anything interesting happen? Pastry Week brought nerves and laughter in equal measure. Several bakers battled collapsing tarts in the warm tent, though, as ever, Alison Hammond’s jokes about soggy bottoms kept the mood light. Paul wanted to see a story in the showstopper tart, prompting some creative (and occasionally chaotic) showstopper interpretations. Jasmine’s calm confidence under pressure made her a standout, cementing her status as a frontrunner.

Week 5: Chocolate Week

What happened in GBBO week 5? Chocolate week is one of the hardest weeks in the Bake Off tent, with bakers working against the heat to temper and set their chocolate creations. The 2025 challenges for Chocolate Week kicked off with a signature chocolate mousse cups task, which asked for mousse set within chocolate cups. Then, for the technical challenge, Paul Hollywood set a no-recipe white chocolate tart task with 'artistic license', giving the bakers just five minutes to pick ingredients from 'The Gingham Pantry'. The showstopper, meanwhile, demanded a fondue display featuring at least one baked element and two treats for dipping.

Who won Star Baker? Though Aaron's mousse wasn't fully set within his cute 'is it cake' technical bake, his wonderful piano fondue showstopper won him the prestigious star baker award. Tom came close, accepting a Hollywood handshake for his chocolate cups, though the judges felt his treats were too strong for the fondue showstopper. Jasmine also received a handshake (the third of the season), but Aaron's consistency across the challenges put him first.

Who left GBBO? Becoming the fifth baker to leave the tent, Nadia hung up her apron and exited the tent. She placed last in the technical and had some middling feedback for her showstopper, with Paul commenting that it was ‘halfway there’. Toby also had a shaky week, with feedback that his showstopper cake was bone dry, churros over-fried, and Graham crackers too hard.

Did anything interesting happen? Iain had a bit of a nightmare with his technical when his tart crumbled to pieces as it was placed on the display stand, though spirits were kept high thanks to various chocolate-related jokes from Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, including Hammond's quip that her burlesque stage name was 'Chocolate Mousse'.

Week 4: Back to School Week

What happened in GBBO week 4? A first for Bake Off, this week's theme was 'Back to School', presenting the bakers with three school-themed baking challenges. The signature challenge asked for flavoured flapjacks, while the technical round required the nine remaining contestants to cook up a school cake with custard and handmade sprinkles. As for the showstopper, the judges required a full school fete creation, showcasing a minimum of three baking skills.

Who won Star Baker? For the second week in a row, it was Jasmine who nabbed the coveted star title. Toby's showstopper also impressed, as did Aaron's lemon flapjacks, but Jasmine's perfect score for the school cake clinched it in the end.

Who left GBBO? After a difficult week in the tent, the judges identified Nadia, Nataliia, Jessika and Iain as at-risk contestants. Iain struggled in the showstopper, which was too sweet. While Nataliia struggled with her flapjacks, though later impressed in the showstopper round. Jessika's dinosaur design, meanwhile, left the judges 'underwhelmed', with Prue commenting that the texture of her cake was 'all wrong'. In the end, Jessika was the fourth contestant to leave GBBO.

Did anything interesting happen? Viewers are up in arms over the technical challenge, with many flooding to social media to complain that making your own sprinkles (with no recipe or instruction) feels more like a punishment. It's not just this week, there's a general feeling that the technical rounds are much harder this year.

Week 3: Bread Week

What happened in GBBO week 3? With strong bread bakers and sourdough lovers in the tent, this week was always going to be an interesting one. Starting off with savoury Monkey Bread (savoury tear-and-share loaves) for the signature challenge, followed by a glazed ring doughnut technical, and a three-tier sweet bread showstopper made with each layer of enriched dough a different flavour. Naturally, with Paul Hollywood hovering (as he does every bread week), the contestants were nervous.

Who won Star Baker? While Nadia impressed again in the technical round, it was Jasmine who won that challenge, swiftly followed by a triumph in the showstopper round too, impressing both in taste and design.

Who left GBBO? Pui Man struggled this week, with her monkey bread lacking flavour, followed by uneven and underproofed doughnuts, and was the third baker to go home. Iain also struggled with his underproofed, ‘gloopy’ apple showstopper, while Aaron struggled with the signature.

Did anything interesting happen? Aside from a swathe of online comments baffled about what monkey bread is, many were surprised the judges chose Pui Man to leave over Iain, with several stating his bakes looked the weakest overall.

Week 2: Biscuit Week

What happened in GBBO week 2? Now with 11 in the Bake Off tent, the contestants faced three biscuit-based challenges: slice and bake biscuits, which cut to reveal an image inside; a classic chocolate Hobnob for the signature challenge; and a biscuit time capsule showstopper for the final task, inspired by the contestant's favourite memory.

Who won Star Baker? Though Prue has said that Jasmine's future might be in biscuits, it was Tom's ‘faultless’ design that won the Star Baker award, and the first Hollywood Handshake of the series.

Who left GBBO? After struggling with the challenges, it was Leighton who left the tent this week, commenting that although he was thrilled (and surprised) that Paul Hollywood liked his orange slice-and-bake biscuit, he thought his chocolate hobnobs were his worst moment in the tent, stating: ‘My feathering looked more like concrete paving slabs than delicate decoration. I knew it wasn’t my finest hour.’

Did anything interesting happen? For the second week running, it was Toby who won the technical bake challenge. Whether it's baking intuition or a sign of many months practising at home, he's not seen the same success with the signature and showstopper challenges. Still, we think he's one to watch!

Week 1: Cake Week

What happened in GBBO 2025 week 1? First up, the 12 contestants were tasked with creating a Swiss roll with an inlay design. Then, for the technical, they had to figure out how to make fondant fancies, with no recipe and a range of ingredients (some of them irrelevant to the bake), and just one already-made fancy to work with. The next day, the showstopper challenge demanded a stunning landscape cake.

Who won Star Baker? Nataliia won the first Star Baker crown of 2025, impressing the judges with a tribute to her home country, Ukraine. In the showstopper, she created a stunning ode to the Ukrainian landscape, marking her hometown of Kyiv with a heart.

Who left GBBO? Hassan was the first contestant to leave the Great British Bake Off tent this year, after his Swiss roll collapsed. Paul Hollywood said it looked ‘like it dropped out of a tree’. Commenting on his signature bake issues and further struggles in following challenges, Hassan said, ‘the worst thing was that it affected my baking after that.’

Did anything interesting happen? Aside from a storm of comments complaining that the technical challenge was too mean for the first episode, discerning viewers also spotted an editing faux pas. Immediately after Nataliia spoke about the heartbreaking consequences of war in Ukraine, the show cut to Alison Hammond announcing ‘Bomb, bomb, bomb. Ladies and gentlemen, you are halfway through.’

Who are the Great British Bake Off contestants 2025?

Below you'll find the lucky 12 who will be baking for the Great British Bake Off apron this year. Read on to find out a little bit about this year's contestants, including their baking styles and what they like to do when they're not in the kitchen!

Aaron, 38

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Aaron

Aaron is a senior systems architect from London. He enjoys fusing French patisserie techniques with Caribbean flavour and flair, and enjoys getting a little experimental with his baking. In the kitchen, Aaron is currently exploring Asian flavours like miso and yuzu in mono-portion bakes. Outside of the kitchen, he can be found cycling around the city, learning French, and studying for a Master's degree.

Hassan, 30

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Hassan

Coming from South Yorkshire, Hassan is an analytical research and development scientist. His approach to baking is analytical, reading and researching everything before picking up the mixing bowl. His passion for all things sweet is down to his Pakistani heritage, and he has a particular fondness for praline and nutty flavours that often appear in traditional treats. In his spare time, Hassan is a dedicated gamer, quizzer, and gym-goer.

Iain, 29

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Iain

From Coleraine initially, but currently living in Belfast with his girlfriend and cat, Iain is a former amateur powerlifter. Today, he works as a software engineer and sourdough enthusiast, referring to himself as a ‘Yeastie Boy’. Iain’s love of music finds its way into his bakes, representing well-known album cover art on the crusts of his loaves. He’s keen to rewrite the history of ‘Iain from Belfast’ - the 2014 baker involved in the ‘Bin Gate’ baked Alaska moment.

Jasmine, 23

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Jasmine

A medical student living in London with her cousins, Jasmine uses baking as her creative outlet, often incorporating fresh, seasonal ingredients and classic flavour combinations. The youngest contestant for Bake Off 2025, Jasmine learnt the baking and breadmaking basics through her mum and aunts, and has fond memories of batch baking for family holidays to the Scottish Highlands.

Jessika, 32

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Jessika

Jessika is a service designer living in London. Her signature bakes combine unusual flavours like salted mango caramel with dark chocolate mousse, and she’ll spend months gathering information on her friends’ tastes to surprise them with the perfect birthday bakes. Gifting baked goods and sweet treats is her love language. When she’s not baking, Jessika spends time skating, cycling, and morphing into her drag king persona.

Leighton, 59

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Leighton

From his kitchen in Surrey, though originally from Swansea, Leighton likes to play with traditional Welsh, British, and American flavours, baking up Welsh cakes with peanut butter and Victoria sponge with a key lime pie filling. Leighton has always done things his own way, ignoring anybody who said ‘boys don’t bake’. As a kid, he played the organ in his local church; now he lives with his Californian husband, Eric and their Irish Terrier, Cilla.

Lesley, 59

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Lesley

Working as a hairdresser for the past 45 years, Lesley’s clients have come to expect a sliver of cake with their bakes. While Lesley is naturally drawn to the classic, more old-school bakes, she loves to change it up with her modern, fun designs. Inspired by Nanny Mable and Auntie Joan, Lesley has been baking since the age of 10. The love of the craft for her is rooted in comfort, creativity, and making people smile.

Nadia, 41

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Nadia

Hailing from Liverpool, Nadia enjoys infusing Indian and Italian flavours with Scouse character. She’s a self-confessed chatterbox, known for bringing warmth and laughter to the conversation. Her dad, an Italian chef, influences her baking, often with rustic charm and comforting flavours. Like Lesley, Nadia is a hairdresser, though she has also worked as a personal trainer. For her, baking is about heritage and joy, so expect novelty cakes and kitchen dance breaks.

Nataliia, 32

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Nataliia

Born in Ukraine, Nataliia often follows traditional recipes. She was taught by her grandmother and uses recipes passed down through generations to this day. Along with flavours that reflect her roots (like honey, poppy seed, nutmeg and cinnamon), Nataliia enjoys making classic British bakes. She moved to the UK just before the war broke out, and now lives in East Yorkshire with her husband, three-year-old daughter, and other family members who joined them shortly after as refugees.

Pui Man, 51

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Pui Man

Originally from Hong Kong and now living in Essex with her two children and husband, Pui Man is a bridal designer who rediscovered the joy of baking during lockdown and hasn’t looked back. She loves creating beautiful, bold bakes, practising endlessly to make sure her creations are as perfect as can be. She also volunteers three evenings per week, collecting surplus food items from supermarkets and redistributing them to those in her community.

Toby, 29

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Toby

A business development executive living in Warwickshire with his girlfriend Syd, and rescue dog Bex, Toby has a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and often refuels after a training session with strawberry cheesecake. Toby’s baking follows a healthy, stripped-back approach, favouring more classic recipes and flavours. But bread is his real passion, often turning out different things every day.

Tom, 31

Great British Bake Off 2025 contestant Tom

Growing up in London, Tom learnt to bake scones and flapjacks with his mum and Danish granny. After setting up an advertising agency, he’s now stepped back to reconnect with his love of food, cooking up beautiful bakes and treats. In his teenage years, Tom worried his secret baking obsession would out him to his peers. Today, he’s a member of two queer sports teams, and with a boyfriend of three years, we’re glad to say that’s no longer a cause for stress.

Everything you need to know about Great British Bake Off 2025

Need a refresher? Here's everything you need to know about Great British Bake Off 2025, including when it airs, what the format is, and who judges the competition.

When is the release date for Great British Bake Off 2025?

The official start date for series 16 of The Great British Bake Off 2025 was Tuesday 2 September at 8pm on Channel 4.

What are the three challenges in The Great British Bake Off?

Each episode of The Great British Bake Off follows the same format, with bakers asked to complete three challenges in every episode. At the end of the day, one contestant is crowned that week’s Star Baker and one contestant is sent home. Although the format remains the same throughout the series, each episode is focused around a different theme, such as ‘bread week’ or ‘biscuit week’.

The Signature Bake

Every week, the first task the bakers undertake is the Signature Bake. For this challenge, the contestants have to create a classic baked treat, giving it a rustic and home-made feel. In the last series, signature bakes included mini rolls, brandy snaps and focaccia.

The Technical

The second challenge the bakers face is the Technical. Here, bakers are tasked with recreating a classic bake using a limited recipe. Each baker is given the same recipe sheet and instructions, but key elements have been intentionally left out and its up to the bakers to fill in the gaps.

The Showstopper

The final challenge the bakers face each week is the Showstopper. This is the chance for contestants to really show off their skills, by creating something that is dramatic and elaborate. Of course, in order to win the coveted Star Baker accolade, the bakes need to taste just as good as they look.

How does The Great British Bake Off final work?

The final round of The Great British Bake Off sees three remaining contestants battle it out to take the Bake Off crown. The format of the final isn’t dissimilar to the rest of the series, with the three remaining bakers still undergoing a signature, technical and showstopper challenge.

The specific tasks for the 2025 final have yet to be revealed, but you can expect a series of challenges that will push the bakers to their limits. 

Where can I watch The Great British Bake Off 2025?

GBBO originally aired on the BBC, but was controversially sold to a new channel in 2016. The 2025 series will be the eighth one to air on Bake Off’s new home, Channel 4.

Who are the Great British Bake Off judges?

Leaving the BBC and moving to Channel 4 meant a bit of reshuffling for the Bake Off judges. The panel controversially lost fan favourite Mary Berry while retaining original judge Paul Hollywood who was joined by TV chef and restaurateur Prue Leith

Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith have been judging the show together ever since and are both set to return for this new season. 

Who are the Great British Bake Off hosts? 

The Great British Bake Off 2025 will retain its hosts for the 16th series. Noel Fielding will be returning for his seventh year on the show, whilst This Morning star Alison Hammond will return for her third series after replacing Matt Lucas back in 2023.

Noel Fielding (left), Alison Hammond (right)

Who won Great British Bake Off 2024?

After 10 weeks of baking for their place in the final, the three contestants who made it to the last episode of series 15 were Christiaan, Georgie and Dylan. 

Of course, only one could take home the crown, and the winner of Great British Bake Off 2024 was Georgie Grasso. She said: 'It means everything, I’ve always been so self-doubtful, but I just went for it. I’m so proud of myself.'

Great British Bake off contestant Georgie Grasso

She impressed the judges with her beautiful floral hanging cake, which comprised an elderflower and lemon sponge with strawberry and champagne confit and a lemon curd and elderflower buttercream. 

How do you get on Great British Bake Off?

If you find yourself lusting after the glory of the Great British Bake Off apron, maybe you should give it a go yourself. Be aware that the application process is a long one - if you fulfil all the entry criteria (over 16, not a professional baker, free during all of the filming process), you can start by filling out an online application form, before moving on to a phone interview, a face-to-face interview, screen test and finally a real life technical challenge. Good luck!

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