Perfect with a glass of madeira or sherry, madeira cake is so good to have around at Christmas. As it’s denser than the average sponge, it is also perfect for trifle. Preheat the oven to 170C ...

A Mary Berry recipe for a rich ... whisky, sherry or madeira. Double-line the cake tin with generously buttered baking paper. This will prevent the outside of the cake from drying out.