Hi everyone! It’s Anne Carter from Beyond The Bayou Blog! So, I’ve been having fun baking lately. I made a Coca-Cola cake and a Fanta cake before. But today, I decided to try something new: 7UP cake!
I love experimenting with different flavors. So, I got curious and whipped up this 7UP cake. And let me tell you, it tasted amazing! If you’re into baking like me, grab your apron, and let’s try this recipe together. Who knows, maybe next time we’ll try another soda flavor! Let’s get baking and have some fun!
Overview: How To Make 7up Cake?
Indulge in a slice of nostalgia with my Mama’s homemade 7 UP Cake recipe. This classic Southern dessert brings together the rich flavors of buttery pound cake with a hint of citrusy goodness from everyone’s favorite lemon-lime soda.
To kickstart this baking adventure, preheat your oven to 315°F and generously coat a bundt pan with non-stick baking spray. Then, gather your trusty kitchen tools and ingredients: butter, sugar, eggs, cake flour, 7-Up soda, and lemon extract.
In your mixer, whip up a fluffy concoction by creaming together the butter, sugar, and salt until it turns a pale yellow hue. Take your time here, about seven minutes of high-speed mixing will do the trick. Add the eggs one by one, ensuring each is well incorporated before moving on.
Next up, gently fold in the sifted cake flour in two batches, being careful not to overmix. Now, here comes the secret ingredient – 7 Up and lemon extract! Pour them into the batter, give it a final mix, and voila! Your batter is ready to grace the bundt pan.
Pop that beauty into the oven and let it bake for around an hour and fifteen to twenty minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked to perfection, allow it to cool in the pan for a bit before flipping it onto a serving plate.
Now, let’s talk about that irresistible glaze. Whisk together the confectioner’s sugar, 7 Up, and lemon extract until it’s smooth and pourable. Drizzle it over the cooled cake, let it set, and get ready to dive into a slice of sweet, citrusy heaven. Trust me, it’s worth every minute of waiting!
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Fizz the Flavor of 7up Cake Recipe
Equipment
- 12 cup bundt pan
- kitchenaid mixer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups unsalted butter room temperature
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 5 large eggs room temperature
- 3 cups sifted cake flour
- 1/2 cup 7-Up soda
- 2 teaspoons pure lemon extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 3 tablespoons 7-Up soda
- 1/2 teaspoon pure lemon extract
Instructions
Cake Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 315°F.
- Spray a bundt pan with non-stick baking spray.
- In a mixer bowl, beat butter for 2 minutes on high speed.
- Slowly add sugar and salt, continue beating for 7 more minutes until pale yellow and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Turn mixer to low speed and gradually add flour in two parts.
- Pour in 7 Up and lemon extract, mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared bundt pan.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 – 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.
Glaze Instructions:
- In a small bowl, whisk together confectioner’s sugar, 7 Up, and lemon extract until smooth.
- Spoon the glaze over the cooled cake and allow it to harden.
Nutrition
What to Serve with 7-up Cake?
Possible Variations and Substitutions!
- Soda Swap: Don’t have 7Up on hand? No problemo! Any lemon-lime soda will do the trick. They might taste a tad different, but trust me, it won’t change the flavor of your cake. However, if you can swing it, stick with 7Up because its fizziness helps your cake get that awesome rise!
- Thick Glaze Lover: Are you someone who likes their glaze on the thicker side? Go ahead and add more confectioners’ sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s as simple as that!
- Zesty Twist: Want to kick up the citrus flavor a notch? Throw in some lemon zest! It adds a zingy punch that’ll make your taste buds dance with joy.
- Pan Alternatives: So, you don’t have a Bundt pan lying around? No biggie! You can still make this delicious cake in 2 loaf pans or a regular tube pan. Get creative with what you’ve got!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use a different type of soda instead of 7-Up?
A: Absolutely! While 7-Up adds a unique flavor and helps with the cake’s rise, you can substitute it with any lemon-lime soda of your choice.
Q: Can I omit the glaze?
A: Of course! While the glaze adds a delicious finishing touch, you can skip it if you prefer. The cake will still be moist and flavorful without it.
Q: Can I add nuts or other mix-ins to the batter?
A: Absolutely! Feel free to get creative and add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or even dried fruit to the batter for some extra texture and flavor.