The Great British Bake Off crowned its first Welsh winner Georgie in the Season 15 finale aired on November 26, 2024, sparking immediate viewer reactions. The 33-year-old pediatric nurse triumphed in the final round against Dutch-born menswear designer Christiaan and 20-year-old baker Dylan. A viewer on X remarked:
"Sorry. Picked the wrong winner there. Know the showstopper was great, but consistently across each challenge Christian was the better baker."
The finale featured three rounds: a signature scone challenge, a technical royal afternoon tea display, and a hanging garden party cake showstopper. Judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith chose Georgie as the Great British Bake Off Season 15 champion, highlighting her mastery of classic British baking techniques and consistent performance throughout the 10-week competition.
Great British Bake Off finale sparks fan debate over Georgie's victory
The Great British Bake Off Season 15 finale opened with an intense signature challenge where bakers faced the task of creating 24 perfectly balanced scones. The requirements specified an even split between sweet and savory varieties, testing their versatility in British baking basics.
Georgie crafted her scones around a traditional afternoon tea theme, while Dylan brought an innovative combination of strawberry and salmon flavors to the table. Christiaan showcased his experimental style with curry and coconut variations.
As fan reactions poured in on X, one viewer voiced a recurring sentiment:
"She may have done the best in that week but overall no Dylan or Christian definitely should of won."
The technical challenge pushed Great British Bake Off Season 15 final contestants further into classic British territory with a royal afternoon tea display. Within a strict three-hour time limit, bakers needed to produce four lemon sandwich cakes, four strawberry tarts and four intricately plaited egg and cress rolls.
The pressure mounted as each component required precise timing and careful execution. Christiaan demonstrated superior technical skills by securing first place. Georgie maintained steady performance in the second position, while Dylan faced unexpected difficulties and placed last.
Following the results, multiple viewers shared their perspectives on X, with one fan noting:
"That was disappointing. Sorry, but simple flavours shouldn't win over clear talent."
Another fan tweeted,
"Majority of people had the same reaction yet again: the winning was between Dylan and Christiaan yet Georgie's 'traditional flavours' got her the prize in the final that feels like a cheap fix”.
Third fan also joined discussions stating,
"What a joke! Why do I bother even watching when the judges always choose their favourites to win! Christian by far should have won!"
The judges' final deliberation focused heavily on overall performance and technical execution. Paul Hollywood praised Georgie's showstopper saying:
"That's a very special cake. Full of flavor, full of life. The Welsh wonder smashed it out of the park."
Prue Leith emphasized Georgie's consistent approach to classic British baking throughout the season, noting:
"Beautifully done. And she won it – and quite right, too."
Upon receiving the cake stand trophy, Georgie shared her emotional response:
"I can't believe I've won The Great British Bake Off. It just means everything. I've always been so self doubtful. For once I just thought, no, I'm going to go for it, and I'm going to put my everything into it."
A fan on X stated,
"Wasn't she meant to be out in week 3 or something, but scrapped through as someone else messed up?"
Another fan stated,
"Christiaan should have won that! And I'm a Dylan fan."
The Great British Bake Off's traditional "Where Are They Now" segment revealed diverse paths for the finalists. Dylan secured a position at a Michelin-starred restaurant, marking a significant step in his culinary career. Christiaan spent time showing his mother around the UK after the competition ended. Georgie returned to Wales, expanding her farm with new additions to her chicken family.
A Great British Bake Off viewer on X reflected on the finalists' journey:
"It should have been Dylan. Was I the only one who cheered when we saw Dylan now works in a Michelin starred restaurant? Exactly where he should be. I'd love to know where just to visit the restaurant."
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Channel 4 concluded the Great British Bake Off Season 15 by announcing their search for new bakers to participate in next year's competition, marking the continuation of the beloved baking series.
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