This incredibly moist 7 Up Cake is the perfect easy dessert that you’ll want to make again and again! The subtle lemon-lime flavor from the soda adds a refreshing twist, while the carbonation works its magic to create a light and fluffy texture.
Easy 7 UP Pound Cake Recipe
If you haven’t made a boxed cake using soda, here’s your chance! This recipe is by far one of my favorites and it’s so simple to make. I make it as a bundt cake but you could easily bake it in a regular cake pan or even a cupcake pan. I top it with a simple glaze because I really enjoy tasting the flavor of the cake. The texture is unmatched, too! It’s rich, fluffy, and a little buttery without being overly sweet.
This 7up cake recipe is so good and has been around forever! I don’t know who’s idea it was to use 7UP soda in a pound cake, but it definitely works. This cake is perfect for summer or any occasion. If you love this retro cake, then try our other soda cakes like this Strawberry Soda Cake or this Coca-Cola Cake (Cracker Barrel).
Why You’ll Love This 7 UP Cake
- Budget-friendly. This is very inexpensive to make so you won’t have to worry about the cost.
- Crowd favorite. Everyone I have shared this recipe for 7 Up cake with absolutely loves it!
- Customizable recipe. You can switch up some of the ingredients in this recipe to make it your own.
What You’ll Need
Below is everything you will need to make this 7-up cake and a simple sweet icing. There are only 7 ingredients in total, making it super easy to put together.
For the cake
- Yellow cake mix: Any brand of yellow cake mix will work great. Don’t prepare it according to the package directions. All of the other ingredients you will use are listed below. White cake mix will work here, too!
- Instant vanilla pudding mix: This is the secret to the super moist texture of this cake. Follow the same as the cake mix, do not add the milk it calls for!
- Eggs: The eggs will add flavor and structure to the cake. They are an essential ingredient for achieving the correct texture.
- Vegetable oil: I use vegetable oil for the fat to add moisture. Feel free to use melted unsalted butter instead.
- 7 UP: You only need 7.5 oz of this soda, which is less than a cup. If you’re using a can, drink the rest!
For the icing
- Powdered sugar: This is the perfect way to add sweetness to the icing without having the gritty texture you would get from granulated sugar.
- 7 Up: This reinforces the lemon-lime flavor of the soda in the icing.
How to Make 7 UP Cake
Here are the instructions for making the cake and the icing. It’s a straightforward process, but baking and cooling will take some time!
- Prep the oven and the bundt pan. Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F. Then, grease a bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray making sure to get into all the nooks and crannies of the pan.
- Combine the cake mix, pudding, and eggs. In a large mixing bowl, add the cake mix, pudding mix, and eggs. Using an electric mixer, beat the ingredients at medium speed until they are combined and smooth.
- Add the oil and soda. Pour in the vegetable oil and 7 UP. Then, mix the batter on low speed until they are well incorporated.
- Transfer the batter to the pan. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Ensure it is spread evenly.
- Bake. Put it in the oven and bake it for 45-50 minutes or until the top starts to brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 20 minutes and then move it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the icing. When the 7 Up cake is cooled, combine the powdered sugar and soda in a small bowl. Whisk it until it’s smooth.
- Drizzle and serve. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake. Slice and enjoy!
What does 7UP soda do for cake?
The 7-UP soda in this recipe is very beneficial. Soda acts as a substitute for baking soda and baking powder. The soda’s carbonation helps the cake rise in the oven and create a very moist cake.
Can I use another soda in 7up cake?
Yes, you can use substitute with Sprite or different types of soda for this recipe. You can use Coca-Cola to make a recipe like this Layered Cherry Coke Cake.
Tips and Variations
- Holiday: Divide the batter into 3 bowls. Color one green and one red, and leave the other as is. Pour them alternately into the bundt pan to achieve a Christmas-color swirl. Decorate it with holiday sprinkles to make it extra festive.
- Patriotic: You may do the same with red and blue to celebrate the 4th of July or Memorial Day!
- Spooky: Color the 3 bowls orange, purple, and black. Serve it to your guests at your Halloween party!
- Don’t ice the cake warm: If you add the icing too soon, it will melt and soak into the cake. Even though waiting is hard, ensure it is completely cooled first
- Change cake flavors: Lemon cake mix can be substituted for the yellow cake mix for that lemon pop.
- Cake Pans: If you don’t have a bundt pan, you can make this in a 9X13 baking dish.
Proper Storage
Store leftovers of this cake in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You may freeze it without the icing for up to 3 months. Thaw it at room temperature and then make the glaze fresh!
More Soda Cake Recipes to Try
- Strawberry Soda Cake
- Orange Crush Cake
- Cherry Dr Pepper Cake
- Coca Cola Cake
- Strawberry Crush Cupcakes
7-Up Cake
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 15 ounce box yellow cake mix
- 1 3.4 ounce instant vanilla pudding mix
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 7.5 ounces 7-up soda
Icing
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup 7-up soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and cream a 12-cup bundt pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, mix together the cake mix, pudding, and eggs.
- Mix in the vegetable oil until combined then gently mix in the soda at low speed until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a cake tester comes clean from the thickest part of the cake.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before flipping onto a cooling rack or plate to cool completely, about another 40 minutes before icing.
Icing
- To make the icing, simply whisk together the powdered sugar and 7-Up until the desired consistency is reached. Then drizzle over the top of the cooled cake and top with sprinkles (optional).
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Notes
- You can use a lemon box mix and lemon pudding for a more lemon flavor.
- White cake mix can also be used.
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23 comments on “7 UP Cake (5-ingredients)”
Fabulous! So moist and flavorful. We used lemon cake mix and pudding. Next time we’ll add poppy seeds too. So yummy!
Thanks Cathy!
I made this cake for a family birthday party and it turned out perfect with complements from everyone and it was gone in 5 minutes. So happy
Yay! Thanks Aarron!
I made this cake but my icing seems really lite in color, almost transparent
Hi Michelle. Sometimes it may be necessary to add more powdered sugar if it is too transparent. You can also add the 7 Up to the powdered sugar a few tablespoons at a time until you get the desired consistency.
Do we add the ingredients on the cake box plus the extra ingredients you have listed or just the powder from the cake box??
Hi Bri. You’ll just use the cake mix and the ingredients listed in the recipe card. Don’t follow the instructions on the box.
Made this for thanksgiving came out pre Good thanks
I made this cake. But the icing was pretty running. I went by the exact recipe
This is so delicious! I added the juice from a small jar of maraschino cherries and also finely chopped about 1/4 c of the cherries and added to the mix so I had Cherry 7Up cake for the 4th of July. I also added lemon zest to the glaze. Awesome!
Thank you Pam!
Made using yellow cake mix and lemon pudding. Turned out delicious, willing to try other flavors now. Thanks for a easy delicious recipe.
Thank you Faye!
I saw this recipe and had to make this 7 Up cake. It came out perfect and you would never believe this was a box cake.
Love this recipe. So easy.
Thank you!
7up mini bundt cakes and football helmets and footballs. Yummmmmm
I have made this cake many times over the years. But…Use LEMON INSTANT PUDDING&PIE FILLING instead of Vanilla. Mr. Gordon, Chicago illinois.
I love this recipe!! It’s so moist, you almost choke getting it down. Love it!! ♥♥♥
Why the red and blue food color the cake is all yellow?
Fixed! Thanks for letting me know!
This was a delicious 7 up cake.. My deceased aunt made this cake….. I am very impressed with my cake making…. I added a extra egg A+…