Nigella's simple vanilla cake is anything but boring. Perfect as a Christmas dessert or with a cup of tea as an afternoon treat. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Place a baking tray into the ...

The bold colour of a red velvet cake is a delight to the eye ... this will take at least 2–3 minutes. Lightly beat the eggs and vanilla together. Gradually add the eggs to the creamed mixture ...