Modern Pound Cake

Ingredients

• 225 grams Unsalted Butter, softened (About 1 cup or 1/2 pound. Original recipe calls for 1 pound, which is excessive for a modern cake.)
• 200 grams Granulated Sugar (About 1 cup. Original recipe calls for 1 pound, which is excessive for a modern cake.)
• 4 Large Eggs (Original recipe calls for 1 pound, which is about 8 large eggs. Reduced for modern recipe.)
• 250 grams All-Purpose Flour (About 2 cups. Original recipe calls for 1 pound, which is excessive for a modern cake.)
• 1 teaspoon Orange or Lemon Zest (Zest from one orange or lemon)
• 1 tablespoon Brandy (optional) (For added flavor)
• 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. 2In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. 3Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. 4Stir in the orange or lemon zest and brandy (if using).
5. 5Gradually add the flour and salt to the batter, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. 6Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 7Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve.