7Up Pound Cake Recipe is a Southern recipe that has been a favorite of many for years. This is a Soul Food and Southern dessert staple. It is an easy recipe that anyone could make. It is made with simple ingredients and of course 7Up soda. I have had this recipe for years and every time I serve this cake everyone love it. And what I love the most about this pound cake is it taste even better on the second day. Let’s me share with you how I create this moist 7Up cake that will soon become a tradition in your family too.
How to Make A Moist 7Up Cake From Scratch
Perfect and moist cake is all about the ingredients. Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Also it is best to have your ingredient at room temperature before you start.
1. Watch the Video (7Up Pound Cake Video Tutorial)
2. Ingredients for 7Up Pound Cake Recipe
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All-Purpose Flour, Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, Lemon Extract, Lemon Juice, 7-Up Soda and Confectioners Sugar
3. Instructions for 7Up Pound Cake
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2: Cream the Sugar and Butter
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In a stand mixer, cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Incorporating the Wet Ingredients
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Slowly introduce the eggs, one at a time, allowing each to blend evenly.
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Add the lemon juice, lemon extract, and vanilla extract to the batter.
Step 4: Incorporating the Dry Ingredients and Seven Up
Alternately add the all-purpose flour and the Seven-Up soda to the batter, allowing the mixer to work its magic, resulting in a smooth, velvety mixture.
Step 5: Baking the Seven Up Cake
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Pour the batter into a prepared bundt pan and gently place it into the preheated oven. Let it bake for approximately 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the cake’s center comes out clean, indicating its readiness.
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Once the cake emerges from the oven, allow it to rest on a wire rack for 15 to 20 minutes. This period of rest allows the cake to settle before gracefully releasing itself from the pan.
Step 6: Making the Icing
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While the cake cools, prepare the glaze by combining confectioners sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of Seven-Up soda.
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Drizzle this enchanting glaze over the cooled cake, letting it cascade down the sides.
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After allowing the glaze to set for 15 minutes, it’s time to cut a slice and savor the captivating blend of flavors and textures.
So, whether shared at gatherings, on your holiday dessert table or savored as a comforting treat, this unique pound cake is bound to leave a impression and a lasting taste of delightful indulgence.