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All we know About The Great British Bake Off Christmas Special 2024
Get ready for more festive baking fun as The Great British Bake Off returns with two exciting specials! With Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding back in the famous white tent, the holiday season is set for some serious baking drama. Soap stars and celebrity bakers will compete for the coveted star baker title, all under the watchful eyes of judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.
Last year's Great British Bake Off Christmas special wrapped up with plenty of holiday cheer and unforgettable moments, but this year promises even more surprises! The competition is heating up, with star-studded contestants bringing their A-game.
Keep reading for exclusive updates and sneak peeks of what’s to come this festive season. Trust us, you won’t want to miss out! We’ll be updating this page as more exciting details roll in, so stay tuned for the latest news and surprises.
Release date & Where to Watch
The first Great British Bake Off Christmas special will air on Christmas Eve at 8 pm GMT on Channel 4. The New Year 2024 special will follow on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, at 7:40 pm GMT on Channel 4. Both episodes will also be available to stream on Channel 4's catch-up service, Channel4.com.
What is the plot of The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024?
The Great British Bake Off 2024 Christmas special features a star-studded lineup of soap actors from EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and more, as they showcase their baking skills.Â
The contestants, including Natalie Cassidy, Dean Gaffney, Shobna Gulati, and Chris Bisson, are tasked with baking a signature yule log, completing a tricky technical challenge, and creating a festive soap scene out of biscuit. They’ll be aiming for a "doof, doof" moment and the coveted title of star baker. The episode also includes a musical performance from Paloma Faith, singing Christmas Prayer.
Who’s Hosting The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024?
The hosts of The Great British Bake Off 2024 Christmas special are Alison Hammond and Noel Fielding, who will bring their signature humor and energy to the festive episodes.Â
Alison shared that the Christmas cast was a "dream cast," praising Dean Gaffney for his hilarious, yet sincere approach to baking. She also emphasized how seriously the celebrity bakers take the competition, despite the fun and silliness they bring to the tent.
Who are the Judges of The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024?
The judges of The Great British Bake Off 2024 Christmas special are Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. Paul praised the bakers' efforts, noting that while Natalie Cassidy had experience, Shobna Gulati impressed with her delicious bakes. He also mentioned that while Dean Gaffney struggled, Chris Bisson did a fantastic job.
Who are the Bakers in The Great Christmas Bake Off 2024?
The 2024 Great British Bake Off Christmas special will feature some of the UK's most beloved soap stars showcasing their baking talents. EastEnders’ Natalie Cassidy, following in the footsteps of her daughter Eliza (who appeared on Junior Bake Off 2022), teams up with her screen sibling Dean Gaffney. Joining them are Coronation Street's Shobna Gulati and Emmerdale stars Chris Bisson and Sheree Murphy, who have also appeared in Hollyoaks and Neighbours.
Is There a Trailer for The Great Christmas Bake Off?
Check out the promo below.
Behind the Scenes
The Great British Bake Off 2024 kicked off on Sept. 24, 2024, with Georgie Grasso emerging victorious, defeating Dylan Bachelet and Christiaan De Vries to claim the crown.
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