This 7-Up Cake recipe is the perfect blend of citrus and sweetness. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that’s sure to impress your guests. Here’s how to make it.
Ingredients
- 3 c. flour
- 3 c. sugar
- 5 eggs
- 3 sticks real butter (preferably Land O Lakes)
- 3 Tbsp. lemon flavor
- 3/4 c. 7-Up
- yellow food coloring (optional)
Baking Instructions
- Mix sugar and butter thoroughly, then add egg, flour, egg, flour, etc. until all eggs and flour are mixed thoroughly, either with hand mixer or electric beater/mixer.
- Then add lemon flavor and your 7-Up (the 7-Up will make the cake rise); add yellow food coloring which is optional.
- Bake at 325° to 350° for 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on oven.
- Insert toothpick after 45 minutes. Cook in Bundt pan. Let cool 25 minutes.
- Cake is done.
Calorie: 500
Total cooking time:1 hour
Difficulty level: Medium
The Great 7-Up Cake Experiment
You know, life has a funny way of throwing curveballs. In my case, it threw me a bottle of 7-Up and said, “Make a cake!” I mean, who knew that fizzy lemon-lime soda could double as a secret weapon in baking? Let’s dive into this bubbly journey of creating a 7-Up Cake.
The Sweet and Creamy Beginnings
The first thing I did was to take 3 c. of sugar and 3 sticks of real butter. Oh, and when I say real butter, I mean the good stuff, folks—Land O Lakes. None of that “butter-like” nonsense. I mixed the sugar and butter thoroughly, and let me tell you, it was like watching two best friends bond at a summer camp.
Eggs and Flour: The Dynamic Duo
Next up, I added 5 eggs and 3 c. of flour. But not all at once—no, no, no. This isn’t a free-for-all like a kiddie pool party. This is more of a polite, take-your-turn kind of situation. I alternated between adding an egg, then some flour, then an egg, then some flour—until all the eggs and flour were mingling happily together in the bowl. I used an electric beater for this, but you can also use a hand mixer if you’re feeling a little old-school.
The Fizz that Makes it Rise
Now, here’s where the magic happens. I added 3 Tbsp. of lemon flavor and 3/4 c. of 7-Up. Yes, you read that right, 7-Up! I know, I know, it sounds like I’ve lost my marbles. But trust me, the 7-Up is what makes the cake rise. It’s like the little lift that your spirits get when your favorite song comes on the radio.
Color Me Yellow
Then, I added some yellow food coloring. This step is optional, but who doesn’t want to make their cake look like it’s been kissed by the sun? Just a smidge though, you don’t want to end up with a neon yellow cake that looks like it could guide planes on a runway.
The Oven Tango
I popped the cake into the oven, set at a cozy 325° to 350°, and let it bake for about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Here’s a pro tip: Don’t just set a timer and forget about it. Every oven is unique, like a snowflake or the plot of a telenovela. So, insert a toothpick after 45 minutes and see if the cake is ready to make its grand exit. You’re looking for a clean break-up, no crumbs clinging on like a bad relationship.
The Waiting Game
Once the cake was done, I let it cool in the Bundt pan for about 25 minutes. This is the hardest part—waiting. It’s like watching paint dry or waiting for the next season of your favorite series to drop. But, patience is key here. You don’t want to rush things and end up with a cake that’s hotter than a summer romance.
The Moment of Truth
And there you have it, folks! A perfectly baked, lemony, fizzy 7-Up Cake that’s a conversation starter and a palate pleaser. It’s a testament to the fact that sometimes, the most unexpected ingredients can create the most delightful surprises. Just remember to keep your sense of humor intact, and don’t be afraid to get a little creative in the kitchen. After all, the world is your oyster—or in this case, your Bundt pan!
