7 Up Pound Cake

This Lemon-Lime Soda Bundt Cake is a vibrant, zesty delight. Each slice offers a tender, moist crumb infused with the refreshing flavors of lemon and lime. The citrus notes in this cake make it not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the senses.Perfect for afternoon tea or as a sumptuous dessert, this cake’s golden crust and soft interior are a testament to the magic of simple ingredients coming together. The addition of soda gives the cake a unique lightness and an almost effervescent quality, making each bite an experience to savor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
• 5 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lime zest
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup lemon-lime soda (like 7-Up)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, lemon zest, lime zest, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add flour mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with lemon-lime soda, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
6. Pour batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 70 minutes | Total Time: 90 minutes

Kcal: 430 kcal | Servings: 12 servings