who won holiday baking championship

The most recent season of Holiday Baking Championship was won by pastry chef Charles Zimmerman , who took the 2025 Season 12 title.

Winner and Prize

• Charles Zimmerman won Season 12 of Holiday Baking Championship in 2025 with a multi-tiered “Santa vs Scrooge” cake that played on a Naughty vs Nice theme.

• As winner, he received the title of Holiday Baking Champion, a cash prize of 25,000 USD, and a feature in Food Network Magazine.

Finale Highlights

• The finale featured five bakers going into the last stretch: Ashleigh, Charles, Chase, Tarek, and Nico, with Nico eliminated before the final round.

• Judges included Nancy Fuller and Kardea Brown (with guest judge Zac Young in some coverage), and the season was hosted by Bobby Deen and Jesse Palmer.

Mini FAQ

• What was the winning dessert?
  A multi-tiered “Santa vs Scrooge” cake, showcasing high-level technical work and strong holiday storytelling.

• When did this season air?
  The 2025 season ran through late fall and wrapped with the finale airing in December 2025.

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