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Have you ever tried 7-Up cake? If I’m being honest, though I am a child of the 70s, I didn’t even know such a thing existed until recently. Turns out it’s a vintage recipe from that exact era, and there’s a whole lot more where 7-Up cake comes from. Back in the early 1950s, the 7-Up company actually created a booklet full of recipe ideas. Included in it was another gem that may spark holiday memories for certain people: the one and only 7-Up salad. With its green gelatin base, it was jiggly and festive enough to brighten any office holiday party. And it no doubt most certainly did. Ah, the 70s. (1)
The folks at 7-Up have certainly come a long way since their recipe booklet from the 50s. Their website is sleek and boasts numerous recipes. Lots of drink ideas, alcoholic and non, as well as interesting-looking recipes to try. Easy Peach Ice Cream, Slow Cooker Garlic Pork Chops, and 7-Up Carnitas were a few eye-catching offerings. (2)
But sometimes, it’s the artist’s earliest stuff that turns out to be their best. And this easy 7-Up Cake is a classic recipe that you’re going to love.
Ingredients –
For the cake:
- 1 Box Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 small Box Instant Lemon Pudding
- 1 1/2 Cups 7 Up
- 4 Eggs
- 3/4 Cup Vegetable Oil
For the glaze:
- 2 Cups Powdered Sugar
- 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
- 2 Tbsp. Milk
Instructions –
For the cake:
- Preheat the oven to 325F degrees.
- Spray a 10-inch bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, mix together all the cake ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Pour the batter into the bundt pan, and bake for about 45-55 minutes (until inserted toothpick or fork comes out clean).
- Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the bundt pan.
For the glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Add the milk slowly, until you’ve reached the desired consistency.
- Pour the glaze over the cake, and enjoy! (1)
