E1 - Cake and Bread Week

Aired: December 12, 2019

In the Season 5 premiere, the bakers tackle sweet and savory cakes - including the surprise ingredient of olive oil - and baking bread.

E2 - Spice and Dessert Week

Aired: December 19, 2019

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.

E3 - Pastry and Cookie Week

Aired: December 26, 2019

The six remaining bakers focus on flaky and flavorful pastries and holiday cookies.

E4 - Semi-Final and Final

Aired: January 02, 2020

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".