A selection of America's best amateur bakers compete in a series of themed challenges and eliminations as they look to be crowned America's Best Amateur Baker.
The Great American Baking Show (Season 5)
Cake and Bread Week (Episode 1)
Air date: 2019-12-12
Overview: In the Season 5 premiere, the bakers tackle sweet and savory cakes - including the surprise ingredient of olive oil - and baking bread.
Spice and Dessert Week (Episode 2)
Air date: 2019-12-19
Overview: The bakers create sweet and savory creations using spices, later create delicacies like cakes and cookies, including one of Paul Hollywood's toughest challenges yet.
Pastry and Cookie Week (Episode 3)
Air date: 2019-12-26
Overview: The six remaining bakers focus on flaky and flavorful pastries and holiday cookies.
Semi-Final and Final (Episode 4)
Air date: 2020-01-02
Overview: In the season finale, the judges present the four remaining bakers with their toughest challenges yet. One contestant is named "America's Best Amateur Baker".
