Charlene's 7 Up Pound Cake

Experience the timeless charm of Charlene’s 7-Up Pound Cake, a moist and buttery dessert with a citrusy twist that’s perfect for any occasion. This classic Southern-inspired treat is made with simple pantry staples, but the secret ingredient—bubbly 7-Up soda—adds a light, airy texture and a hint of sweetness that sets it apart. Enhanced with the bright flavors of lemon and vanilla extracts, this cake bakes to perfection in a bundt pan for an elegant presentation. Whether served as a show-stopping dessert or a sweet snack with coffee, this crowd-pleaser is easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just over an hour, Charlene’s 7-Up Pound Cake is pure comfort in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:75 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 5 units large eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon lemon extract
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup 7-Up soda
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing pan)
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting pan)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

Generously grease a standard 10-inch bundt or tube pan with butter, then dust it lightly with flour. Tap out any excess flour.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure the batter remains smooth.

Step 5

Gradually sift in the flour while mixing on low speed. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.

Step 6

Add the lemon extract, vanilla extract, and 7-Up soda to the batter. Gently fold them in using a spatula just until fully incorporated. The carbonation from the 7-Up will help the cake bake with a light texture.

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 65-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10

Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate and let it cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Enjoy a slice of Charlene’s 7-Up Pound Cake as a delightful dessert or snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1463.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5127.6

Total Fat 232.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 137.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1478.1mg	0%
Sodium 413.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 420.6g
Protein 70.9g	0%

Vitamin D 325.8IU	0%
Calcium 245.2mg	0%
Iron 22.6mg	0%
Potassium 814.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 54.5%