THE Great British Bake Off is an institution, with each series delivering its share of TV gold. Fans are eagerly anticipating its return to Channel 4 on September 13, where 12 brand new bakers will compete in the famous tent.
Matt Lucas and Noel Fielding are back as presenters, alongside judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith. But the heartwarming show has not escaped controversy during its 12 year stint on our screens.
From accusations of favouritism to contestants stealing each others' ingredients, at times it's all boiled over in the tent.
Ahead of its comeback, we look back at some of the most eyebrow-raising moments in Bake Off history - pass the biscuits. READ MORE ON REALITY TVBAKE IN TIME Where Bake Off series one stars are now - tragic cancer death to telly chefsescape plan Inside heartbreaking childhood of Bake Off star Sandro who fled home at two Favouritism row A favouritism row erupted on the show's fourth series in 2013, when fans became convinced Paul Hollywood was giving preferential treatment to 21-year-old Ruby Tandoh, who came second that year.
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