If you enjoy citrus desserts, this 7-Up Bundt cake is going to be right up your alley. Lemon has always been my favorite citrus flavor when it comes to sweets, and this cake really leans into that bright, fresh taste. The flavor comes from a generous amount of lemon extract combined with the subtle citrus notes in the 7-Up, which gives the cake both aroma and moisture.
One of the things I like most about this recipe is how the soda works in the batter. The carbonation helps create a tender texture, while the lemon-lime flavor adds another layer of citrus that complements the lemon extract nicely. If you don’t have 7-Up on hand, any lemon-lime soda such as Sprite or a store-brand equivalent will work just as well.
I had a feeling I would like this cake before I even started baking it, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. The crumb turns out incredibly moist and dense, with a strong lemon flavor that comes through in every bite. This isn’t a light, airy cake, though. It’s rich and satisfying, so smaller slices are usually the way to go.
The finishing touch is a simple lemon glaze that gets drizzled over the top of the cake once it has cooled. The glaze adds a little extra sweetness and another hit of citrus that ties everything together.
Another reason I love this recipe is how quick it is to put together. The batter comes together easily, and you can usually have the cake ready for the oven in about 10 minutes. From there it’s just a matter of letting it bake until golden and fragrant.
If you’re a fan of lemon desserts or Bundt cakes in general, this is definitely one worth trying. Enjoy.
7-up bundt cake
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
Description
A rich and moist 7-Up Bundt cake bursting with bright lemon flavor and topped with a sweet citrus glaze that makes every slice irresistibly refreshing.
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3/4 cup 7-Up soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 to 2 tablespoons 7-Up soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven. Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan thoroughly so the cake releases easily.
- Mix the wet ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Mix the batter. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the 7-Up soda. Mix until just combined. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
- Bake. Transfer the batter to the prepared Bundt pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Glaze. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and enough 7-Up to create a pourable glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and allow it to set before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 436
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 3166 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Carbohydrates: 63.3 g
- Protein: 4.6 g
- Cholesterol: 103.9 mg
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