Bake Off 2021 final live: Start time, finalists, and theme

Which of the three finalists will rise to the challenge? (Picture: Channel 4)

After weeks of laughter, sweat, and tears – oh, and a cake or two – the Great British Bake Off 2021 final is here.

Tonight, the three finalists will give it their all to prove to judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith that they are the crème de la crème of the series.

Although the contestants have had a lot of fun this season, taking home the coveted Bake Off cake stand will be the cherry on top of the cake.

Here is all you need to know while the bakers preheat their ovens…

When does the Bake Off 2021 final start?

The Great British Bake Off 2021 final kicks off tonight at 8pm on Channel 4.

The final episode is one hour and fifteen minutes long, ending at 9.15pm.

You can catch up on previous episodes on All4 now.

Who is in the Bake Off 2021 final?

The series started with twelve bakers, but only three were sieved through to the final.

Following Jurgen’s shock elimination in the semi-final, this year’s finalists are Chigs, Giuseppe, and Crystelle.

Ahead of the final, Giuseppe is favourite to win with odds of 5/4, according to Ladbrokes.

Crystelle is just behind, with odds of 6/4 and Chigs is this year’s dark horse, with odds of 4/1.

What is the theme of the Bake Off 2021 final?

The final has no set theme, however, Channel 4 has confirmed that the bakers will have to make a carrot cake, and will tackle a Mad Hatter’s tea party banquet.

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