Step 1

Preheat the oven to 300°. Grease four 4 1/2-inch springform pans.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, scraping the bowl in between additions.

Step 4

In a second bowl, whisk together the flour, caraway seeds, and spices.

Step 5

Add half the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring well.

Step 6

Add the brandy and combine.

Step 7

Add the remaining flour mixture, being sure not to overmix.

Step 8

Spoon batter into prepared pans. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon demerara sugar over the top of each cake.

Step 9

Bake for 35 minutes or until a tester comes out clean. Cool on wire racks.