Your ultimate recap of The Great British Bake Off 2023 🍰

Matty Edgell won the show!

Author: Alex RossPublished 29th Aug 2024
Last updated 29th Aug 2024

It's hard to believe it's been 13 years since The Great British Bake Off first hit our screens! Initially airing on the BBC, before moving to Channel 4, Bake Off has become a staple part of British TV, so it's no surprise fans were hooked on the 2023 series!

The 2023 series ended on Tuesday 28th November, with Matty being crowned the winner! Here's your ultimate recap on the 2023 series.

Who won Bake Off in 2023?

After a tense final, Matty Edgell from Peterborough was crowned the 2023 winner!

When was the Bake Off final in 2023?

The final for this year's series took place on Tuesday 28th November.

Who was in the Bake Off final in 2023?

Three bakers made it to the 2023 final, including Josh, Matty and Dan!

When did Bake Off start in 2023?

After filming took place over the Summer, bosses teased the show was 'coming soon' at the end of August, before confirming Bake Off would return on Tuesday 26th September!

Sharing a photo on social media of Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith, Noel Fielding and new host Alison Hammond, Channel 4 bosses wrote: 'Bake a date in your diaries.

'Join Paul, Prue, Noel and Alison on Tuesday 26th September at 8pm for the return of The Great British Bake Off. #GBBO'. (sic)

Bake Off shared a trailer for the show back in August, which saw baking ingredients be brought to life. The clip also featured brand-new host Alison Hammond alongside co-host Noel Fielding and judges Prue Leith and Paul Hollywood.

Sharing the trailer on social media, the show added that it will be 'coming soon'.

Watch the trailer for Bake Off 2023:

Who took part in the 2023 series?

The 13 bakers who are taking part in this year's series of The Great British Bake Off were announced ahead of the start date. You can take a look at the full line-up below:

Matty - WINNER

Age: 28
From: Cambridgeshire
Occupation: PE and science teacher

Dan - FINALIST

Age: 42
From: Cheshire
Occupation: Civil engineer

Josh - FINALIST

Age: 27
From: Leicestershire
Occupation: Post-doctoral research associate

Tasha - ELMINATED

Age: 27
From: Bristol
Occupation: Participation officer

Cristy - ELIMINATED

Age: 33
From: East London
Occupation: PA

Saku - ELIMINATED

Age: 50
From: Hertfordshire
Occupation: Intelligence analyst

Dana - ELIMINATED

Age: 25
From: Essex
Occupation: Database administrator

Nicky - ELIMINATED

Age: 52
From: West Midlands
Occupation: Retired cabin crew member

Rowan - ELIMINATED

Age: 21
From: West Yorkshire
Occupation: Student

Abbi - ELIMINATED

Age: 27
From: Cumbria
Occupation: Veg grower and delivery driver

Keith - ELIMINATED

Age: 60
From: Hampshire
Occupation: Chartered accountant

Amos - ELIMINATED

Age: 43
From: North London
Occupation: Deli and grocery manager

Who was Star Baker on Bake Off in 2023?

Week One: Dan

Week Two: Tasha

Week Three: Tasha

Week Four: Matty

Week Five: Cristy

Week Six: Josh

Week Seven: Dan

Week Eight: Matty

Week Nine: Josh

Who was eliminated on Bake Off in 2023?

Week One: Amos

Week Two: Keith

Week Three: Abbi

Week Four: No elimination

Week Five: Nicky and Rowan

Week Six: Dana

Week Seven: Saku

Week Eight: Cristy

Week Nine: Tasha

What were the themes on Bake Off in 2023?

Week One: Cake week

Week Two: Biscuit week

Week Three: Bread week

Week Four: Chocolate week

Week Five: Pastry week

Week Six: Botanical week

Week Seven: Dessert week

Week Eight: Party Bakes week

Week Nine: Patisserie Week

Week Ten: Final

Who hosted Bake Off in 2023?

Months after Matt Lucas revealed he'd be leaving Bake Off due to work commitments, bosses announced This Morning host Alison Hammond would be replacing him.

Announcing the news on Friday 17th March, GBBO posted on social media: '🍞BAKING NEWS 🍞 We’re delighted to announce that Alison Hammond will be joining forces with Noel Fielding to host the next series of The Great British Bake Off on @Channel4 later this year. We cannot wait! #GBBO'. (sic)

Alison also shared the news with her own followers, sharing a video of the amazing Bake Off cake, featuring herself and Noel, and judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.

She wrote: 'It’s OFFICIAL!!! It’s happening The Great British Bake off ! Let’s have it ! The cake that is 😂#GBBO 2023 @britishbakeoff @noel_fielding @prueleith @channel4 @paul.hollywood'. (sic)

Alison hosted the show alongside Noel Fielding and fans loved her!

What channel is Bake Off on?

The Great British Bake Off 2023 aired on Channel 4, with episodes also available to watch on All 4.

What time is Bake Off on?

The 2023 series aired at 8pm.

Who were the judges on Bake Off?

The legends that are Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith returned for the 2023 series, casting their eye over the bakers and deciding the results each week!

The 2023 series of Bake Off is available to watch on Channel 4's On Demand service.

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