The Great British Bake Off's 2025 series concluded with a dramatic final, crowning Jasmine Mitchell as the new champion. The 23-year-old medic, who had to balance her baking with medicine exams, faced off against Aaron and Tom in the finale. While Aaron's French-Caribbean fusion desserts impressed, Tom's scones and flapjacks earned him two Hollywood handshakes and a technical win. Despite the controversy surrounding the winner, with some fans arguing that Tom was 'robbed', Jasmine's creative use of fresh, seasonal ingredients and classic flavour combinations ultimately secured her victory. Her journey from surviving week two to becoming the first star baker and receiving the coveted Hollywood Handshake showcased her growth in confidence and skill throughout the series. Born and raised in Edinburgh, Jasmine now lives in London, completing her medical degree while pursuing her passion for baking. Her fond memories of batch baking with her mum and aunts in the Scottish Highlands, and her love for sea swimming, running, and hockey, make her a well-rounded and talented individual. The show's finale celebrated Jasmine's hard work and dedication, as she finally got to use the coveted champion's glass cake stand, proving that with determination and creativity, anything is possible.
