Delicious and Moist Seven-Up Cake Recipe

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Delicious and Moist Seven-Up Cake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 10, 2023

Learn how to make a deliciously moist Seven-Up Cake with this easy recipe. Infused with the refreshing and citrusy taste of Seven-Up soda, this cake is incredibly light and fluffy. It's perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat for any day. Follow these simple steps to create a cake that will impress your friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup Seven-Up soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or tube pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the Seven-Up soda. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
  6. Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  10. Carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Seven-Up cake is believed to have originated during the Great Depression when creative home bakers used soda as a leavening agent.
  • The carbonation in the Seven-Up soda helps create a light and airy texture in the cake.
  • You can enhance the lemon flavor by using lemon-lime flavored Seven-Up or adding more lemon zest and juice.
  • Serve the Seven-Up cake as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.