Funfetti cake is a birthday cake that’s sure to impress ... but you can make this cake without. Very bright multi-coloured sprinkles are available online or from large supermarkets.

It looks wonderfully festive and is a great alternative to traditional Christmas cake. Equipment and preparation: you will need a 20cm/8in deep cake tin. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4 (fan ...