Print

7 Up Pound Cake

7 Up Pound Cake
Print Recipe

This moist and fluffy 7 Up Pound Cake combines the light citrus fizz of 7 Up soda with a rich buttery batter to deliver a perfectly balanced southern classic dessert. Quick to prepare with simple pantry ingredients, it’s ideal for holidays, family dinners, or everyday treats, offering versatility with glazes and add-ins.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240ml) 7 Up soda, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Pan and Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother mixing.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes. This incorporates air to help the cake rise.
  3. Add Eggs One at a Time: Slowly add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition to keep the batter smooth and prevent curdling.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients Alternately with 7 Up: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add these dry ingredients to the butter mixture alternately with the 7 Up soda, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Fold in the vanilla extract gently to maintain a light texture.
  5. Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Avoid opening the oven frequently to maintain temperature.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and soda for optimal batter consistency.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense or tough cake.
  • Ensure your baking powder is fresh for a good rise.
  • Start checking doneness at 60 minutes to prevent overbaking.
  • Cool cake gradually in the pan first to prevent cracks and keep a tender crumb.

Nutrition

Keywords: 7 Up pound cake, citrus pound cake, soda cake, southern dessert, moist pound cake, easy cake recipe

Find it online: https://recipesbykaeli.com/7-up-pound-cake/