The Great British Bake Off

In the final round of the competition, the remaining three bakers each attempt to create flawless meringues, a dessert that requires just a single instruction. They also tackle the series’ most intricate showstopper, all striving to secure the 2016 winner’s title.

The programme follows the final trio of bakers as they reach the closing stage of the competition. It centres on these three contestants who have progressed through the earlier rounds and now face the ultimate tests that will decide the outcome. In this episode the bakers set about creating flawless meringues. The sweet treat is based on a recipe that requires just a single instruction, yet they must execute it perfectly. At the same time they are tasked with delivering the series’ most intricate showstopper, a challenge that pushes their technical skills to the limit. Both the simple meringue and the elaborate showstopper are undertaken as part of their bid to claim the title. Each baker knows that mastering these two very different demands will be crucial if they hope to emerge as the 2016 winner. The combination of a one‑step meringue recipe and the most complex showstopper creates a stark contrast, highlighting the range of abilities the contestants need to demonstrate. Their success in these tasks will ultimately determine who walks away with the competition’s top honour.