This 7UP Lemon Cake is a timeless favorite known for its rich, buttery texture and bright lemon flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients and the unmistakable fizz of 7UP, this cake turns out incredibly moist every single time. It’s perfect for holidays, gatherings, or just a sweet treat with coffee.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Cake
Ultra-moist and tender crumb
Bright lemon flavor
Simple, classic ingredients
Perfect for bundt or tube pans
A guaranteed crowd-pleaser
🛒 Ingredients
Cake:
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups granulated sugar
1½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
5 large eggs, room temperature
¾ cup 7UP (or lemon-lime soda), room temperature
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
Glaze (optional but recommended):
2 cups powdered sugar
3–4 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons 7UP
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat the oven Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or tube pan generously.
Cream butter and sugar In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add flavorings Mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt.
Add flour and soda Gradually add the flour, mixing on low speed. Slowly pour in the 7UP and mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Bake Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 75–90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.
🍋 Lemon Glaze (Optional)
Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and 7UP until smooth.
Drizzle over the warm cake for maximum flavor absorption.
💡 Tips for Best Results
Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth batter
Don’t overmix—this keeps the cake tender
This cake tastes even better the next day
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days
🍰 A Southern Classic Worth Saving
This 7UP Lemon Cake is rich, buttery, and bursting with citrus flavor. It’s one of those old-fashioned recipes you’ll make again and again.
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