Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a Lemon 7UP Cake — a soft, buttery bundt cake with bright lemon flavor and a sweet glaze. It’s an old-school Southern classic that uses 7UP soda for moisture and lightness — no baking powder or soda needed!
🍋 Easy Lemon 7UP Cake
🍽️ Makes: 12–16 servings
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min | Bake Time: 60–75 min
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Cake:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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3 cups granulated sugar
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup shortening (or use more butter if preferred)
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5 large eggs
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2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh is best)
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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1 cup 7UP (not diet)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Lemon Glaze:
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
🔹 1. Preheat & Prep Pan
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Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
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Grease and flour a bundt pan very well (or use baking spray with flour).
🔹 2. Make the Batter
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter, shortening, and sugar until light and fluffy (about 4–5 minutes).
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Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
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Mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract.
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Add flour and salt gradually.
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Stir in the 7UP last, mixing gently until combined.
🔹 3. Bake
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Pour batter into prepared bundt pan.
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Bake for 60–75 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
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Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then carefully turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
🔹 4. Glaze (Optional)
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Mix powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
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Drizzle over cooled cake.
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Add lemon zest on top if desired.
🍰 Serving Tips:
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Serve at room temperature with coffee or tea.
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Store covered at room temp for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
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Freezes well (without glaze).
