The Great British Bake Off final: Jasmine Mitchell wins with record Star Baker titles
Jasmine Mitchell emerged victorious in the 2025 final of The Great British Bake Off, marking a culmination of her impressive season with a record-equalling five Star Baker titles, reports BritPanorama.
The competition featured three bakers: Jasmine, Aaron Mountford-Myles, and Tom Arden. Despite the attempts by judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith to inject suspense into the finale, Jasmine’s outstanding performance throughout the series positioned her as the expected winner. Even as the final challenges unfolded, it was evident that her competitors fell significantly behind.
In the Signature Bake, where contestants were tasked with producing filled and iced finger buns, Jasmine’s creations stood in stark contrast to the struggles of Aaron and Tom. Paul Hollywood’s scathing remarks about the quality of their bakes added to the sense of inevitability surrounding Jasmine’s victory. Aaron notably failed to receive a Hollywood Handshake at any stage in the competition, underscoring the mounting pressure he faced.
The Technical challenge involved decorating white chocolate and lemon madeleines, but all three bakers encountered difficulties, with each overlooking crucial elements like the pink ribbons intended for decoration. Tom managed to win this round, although it did not alter the trajectory of the final outcome.
The Showstopper task required a 1.2 metre-long, intricately decorated table cake, intensifying the competition among the bakers. As storms surged outside, the pressure culminated, leading to decisive critiques from the judges. Aaron’s lacklustre performance contrasted sharply with Jasmine’s and Tom’s praised cakes, with judges remarking on their exceptional quality.
Ultimately, Jasmine took home the iconic cake stand in a garden party setting that included family, friends, and former contestants. However, with no palpable tension or surprising outcomes, the finale felt somewhat lackluster, prompting calls for new dynamics in future seasons. As the show continues to be a staple of autumn television in the UK, discussions around its format adaptations may become increasingly pertinent.
‘The Great British Bake Off’ is streaming on Channel 4
