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. This was a true test of consistency and color, requiring six layers and smooth cream cheese frosting.

Sandro impressed with chocolate pots filled with red-wine ganache and topped with a rose. Janusz also took an early lead with professional-looking chocolate sponges featuring boozy cherries.

Many bakers struggled with the amount of food coloring needed to get that iconic hue. Toby managed to win this round, while Hassan , Pau Man , and Tom found themselves at the bottom of the pack. The Showstopper: A Cake "Home" [S13E1] Cake Week

The Tent is Back! A Recap of [S13E1] Cake Week 🍰 The wait is finally over! The Great British Baking Show (or Bake Off for our UK friends) has returned for its 13th season, and we kicked things off exactly where we should: . Twelve new bakers entered the iconic white tent, ready to impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their sponges, structure, and (hopefully) some stunning decoration. The Signature Challenge: Mini Sandwich Cakes

Let me know your thoughts on the new batch of bakers! 'The Great British Bake Off' series 13: Episodes 1 and 2 Janusz also took an early lead with professional-looking

Abdul's cakes featured little cacti that the judges joked looked a bit like "gangrenous thumbs," though luckily the flavor was "succulent". The Technical Challenge: Red Velvet Cake

Next, the bakers moved "across the pond" to tackle a classic American Red Velvet Cake The Showstopper: A Cake "Home" The Tent is Back

The season began with a request for . The judges were looking for precision and personality.