The BEST episodes of The Great American Baking Show season 1

Every episode of The Great American Baking Show season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Great American Baking Show season 1!

Based on the hit UK series, “The Great British Bake Off,” the American version is hosted by Nia Vardalos & husband Ian Gomez, and is judged by Mary Berry & Johnny Iuzzini. The show premiered as “The Great Holiday Baking Show” but changed the name for its second season. It stars some of the nation’s best amateur bakers as they compete in a series of themed challenges and eliminations, all hoping to be crowned Baking Champion.

Last Updated: 10/31/2024Network: ABC (US)Status: Ended
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7.42
33 votes

#1 - Pastry Week

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/14/2015

This week, the bakers must make breakfast pastries, Mary Berry's Christmas tart, and a holiday showstopper with cream puffs.

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7.40
57 votes

#2 - Cookie Week

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/30/2015

The bakers make seasonal cookies, ginger snaps, and showstopping gingerbread creations.

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7.23
44 votes

#3 - Cake Week

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/7/2015

The five remaining bakers must each make a festive yule log, Johnny's recipe for tiramisu cake, and a fruit cake inspired by the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas."

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6.96
28 votes

#4 - Final Week

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/21/2015

In the Season 1 finale, the three remaining bakers compete in the final three challenges in hopes of being named the winner.

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