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Moist 7UP Bundt Cake on a cake stand with lemon and lime decorations.

7UP Bundt Cake

A light and buttery cake infused with the refreshing flavors of 7UP, topped with a sweet tangy lemon glaze, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened This is the flavor base.
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 3 cups All purpose flour Cake flour can be used for a softer crumb.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Just a little for a gentle lift.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon extract or lemon zest Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup 7UP Room temperature and freshly opened for best fizz.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Or a mix of lemon juice and a splash of 7UP.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional.
  • a pinch Salt Enhances flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven and prepare your Bundt pan by greasing it well and dusting with flour.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy and lighter in color.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Incorporate the dry mixture into the butter mixture in two or three additions. Stir in the vanilla and lemon extract.
  6. Slowly pour in the 7UP, mixing just until combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
  8. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, about 50 minutes.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before flipping it onto a cooling rack.
Making the Glaze
  1. Wait until the cake is fully cooled before making the glaze.
  2. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice gradually. Optionally, add vanilla extract.
  3. If the glaze is too thick, add a tiny splash of 7UP until the desired consistency is reached.
  4. Spoon the glaze over the cooled Bundt cake and let it drape naturally.
  5. Optionally, finish with lemon zest on top.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and be thorough in greasing the Bundt pan. This cake can be served plain or with berries and whipped cream.