How to Make Seven-Up Pound Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

The Seven-Up Pound Cake is a beloved classic dessert that has been a staple in Southern cooking for decades. This rich and moist cake is made with the unexpected addition of lemon-lime soda, which gives it a unique flavor and texture. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to be a hit with friends and family. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or just craving a sweet treat, this recipe is a must-try.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 7 fluid ounces lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 1 10-inch Bundt cake

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla and lemon extract. Beat in flour alternately with lemon-lime soda, mixing just until incorporated. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 70 minutes. Allow to cool on a cake rack for 30 minutes before removing from the pan.
  • Nutrition

    417 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 88mg
    • Sodium: 116mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 51g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 53mg