This week’s showstopper challenge saw the last five contestants having to make a dairy-free, 3D, vegetable, novelty cake based on any design of their choosing.

It was a challenge that got Ruby smashing mixing bowls and Frances nearly set the place alight melting chocolate in the microwave. But the Bakeoff quarter finalists all managed to serve up an impressive treat – well almost.

Kimberley’s Spiced Butternut Squash Toad Stool House

Kimberly’s Spiced Butternut Squash Toad Stool House cake looked great and the judges loved it too.

Frances’ Hidden Carrot Cake

Frances hidden carrot cake looked like a winner but was lacking in flavour. Paul found it quite bitter and Mary quibbled about making icing flower pots that did not look finish.

Ruby’s Carrot Cake and Pistachio Garden Plot

Ruby went all out to produce the most decorated cake she has done this series and consider it to be a personal best. Paul and Mary loved the design and presentation and also through it had plenty of flavour. It all led to Ruby finishing as star baker this week.

Beca’s Spiced Butternut Squash and Pecan Cheesecake

Beca took a risk making her Spiced Butternut Squash and Pecan Cheesecake because she had never made it before. Paul through it looked simple but yet affective and Mary said it looked wonderful, but unfortunately for Beca, both judges said it lacked flavour.

Christine’s Passion Fruit Marshmallow Fondant

Christine went distinctly rock and roll with a passion fruit marshmallow fondant covered electric guitar. The design impressed both Paul and Mary but unfortunately it was too bland on taste. For Christine that was not what she wanted to hear because it meant she finished in last place and left the competition.