The Great British Bake Off (2010)

S4E3 Desserts

In week three, the pressure in the kitchen intensifies as the remaining 11 bakers prepare to tackle desserts. Mary and Paul are raising the stakes, introducing a challenging week where bakers must juggle multiple baking techniques simultaneously. They start with a signature trifle that requires perfectly layered biscuit, cake, jelly, and custard. Next, they face the tricky task of crafting floating islands, which often end up looking like unrecognizable blobs. For their showstopper, bakers must create 24 petit fours that impress the judges. Tensions rise further when a baking heist transforms the tent into a crime scene. Meanwhile, Mel delves into the trifle's history, uncovering its journey from a luxury dessert for the elite to a beloved treat for everyone.