Bake Off is back with a fresh batch of bakers - and a new judge - all settling into the iconic tent.
Already we are two weeks into The Great British Bake Off’s series 17 return, though just one contestant has left the tent so far. It follows some fiendishly tricky challenges from judges Paul Hollywood and, in her show debut, Nigella Lawson who has already made her mark on the competition.
Joining the likes of Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, this year’s bakers include a paediatric doctor and a drag king, as well as students, retirees and more.
Following the first two episodes, there have been some surprises - including unfortunate dropped cakes - as well as some delicious creations, spectacular showstoppers and more.
But not everyone can survive.
Here is every 2026 contestant - including who has left the Bake Off tent so far.
1. Yannis — Out
After a rough Bread Week, Yannis made it through to Dessert Week in the Great British Bake Off tent. Unfortunately this was where his journey on the show came to an end, after failing to impress the judges across a variety of puddings. The paediatric doctor was inspired throughout the competition by his childhood in Austria. | Channel 4 / Patch Dolan / Love Productions
2. Molly — Out
Accessibility coordinator Molly left the Bake Off tent following Bread Week. The London baker said she “knew” she would be going after struggling with underproving and some lacking flavours, but was pleased she took part in the bread-themed challenges as well as Biscuit Week. | Channel 4 / Patch Dolan / Love Productions
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3. Nikki — Out due to personal reasons
During her fourth week on the show, baker Nikki sadly had to leave the tent early due to the death of her mother. The advertising post-producer described baking as a form of “therapy” going into the tent, and in her letter following her exit she wrote: “It was what I expected and a whole lot more. I came into the tent knowing I had to have fun, take the bad with the good and the good with the bad. All of this happened – I loved every second of it.” | Channel 4 / Patch Dolan / Love Productions
4. Shannon — Out
The second baker to leave series 17 of Bake Off is project planner and scheduler Shannon. The 29-year-old left the tent after episode 3, which introduced the brand new Audience Choice theme. Despite the help of her mum in the week's signature, she failed to impress with her showstopper overall letting her down. | Channel 4 / Love Productions / Patch Dolan