The Great British Bake Off has returned to our screens for its sixteenth series, bringing another batch of talented amateur bakers to the famous tent. With judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith overseeing the culinary creations, and hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond providing the comic relief, the competition is already heating up.
The Complete Elimination Timeline
Week by week, the bakers face increasingly difficult challenges that test their technical skills and creative flair. Here's who left the competition and when:
Week 1 - Cake Week
The first elimination saw Renshaw become the initial baker to leave the tent. Despite showing promise, technical difficulties with the signature bake proved insurmountable in the opening round.
Week 2 - Biscuit Week
Whitehouse crumbled under pressure during biscuit week, with intricate designs failing to impress the judges during the showstopper challenge.
Week 3 - Bread Week
The proving process proved problematic for Bread, who struggled with fermentation times and dough consistency, leading to their departure.
Week 4 - Chocolate Week
Andrews faced a meltdown during chocolate week, with tempering issues and flavour combinations that didn't quite hit the sweet spot for the judges.
Week 5 - Pastry Week
The delicate nature of pastry work proved challenging for Brown, whose laminated doughs and intricate pastries lacked the required finesse.
Week 6 - Dessert Week
Jones found themselves in a sticky situation during dessert week, with presentation and texture issues costing them their place in the competition.
Week 7 - European Cakes Week
Traditional European baking techniques proved challenging for Patel, who struggled with authentic flavours and methods.
Week 8 - Free From Week
Dietary restrictions created complications for Wilson, whose gluten-free and dairy-free bakes failed to meet expectations.
Semi-Final
The penultimate episode saw Taylor narrowly miss out on a place in the final, with one technical challenge separating them from glory.
What Makes This Series Special?
This year's Bake Off has introduced several new elements to keep viewers engaged. The tent has seen some of the most creative bakes in the show's history, with contestants pushing boundaries in both flavour and design. The dynamic between new host Alison Hammond and veteran Noel Fielding has brought fresh energy to the programme.
Viewers have particularly enjoyed the diverse range of baking styles showcased, from traditional British bakes to international influences that reflect the changing landscape of British baking culture.
The competition continues to air on Channel 4, maintaining its position as one of Britain's most beloved television programmes. With each episode drawing millions of viewers, the search for Britain's best amateur baker remains as compelling as ever.
