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Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

This Paula Deen 7UP Pound Cake blends salted butter, sugar, eggs, flour, lemon zest, and 7UP soda. With prep in 20 minutes, bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. Yielding 12 servings, this recipe totals 1 hour 35 minutes from start to finish.

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💗 Reasons To Add This 7up Pound Cake Recipe To Your Repertoire:

  • Moist & Flavorful: Infused with lemon zest and 7UP for a tangy, moist texture.
  • Easy Prep: Simple ingredients and steps make baking hassle-free.
  • Versatile: Perfect for any occasion or as a delightful dessert.
  • Glazed Perfection: The lemony glaze adds a zesty finish to every bite.

❓ What Is Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake Recipe?

Paula Deen’s 7UP Pound Cake is a citrusy delight made with butter, sugar, eggs, flour, lemon zest, and 7UP soda. This cake boasts a moist, dense texture with a tangy, lemon-infused flavor.

Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake
Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

🧈 Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake Ingredients

FOR THE CAKE

  • ¾ lb. (3 sticks) salted butter, at room temperature
  • 3 cups white sugar
  • 5 eggs, at room temperature
  • 3 cups (360 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
  • ¾ cup 7UP soda

FOR THE GLAZE

  • ⅔ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or more, as necessary)

🍞 How To Make Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

  1. Heat oven to 325°F.
  2. Use a stand mixer to beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, then mix in flour and lemon zest. Gently fold in 7-Up.
  3. Pour batter into a greased Bundt cake pan.
  4. Bake for 70-80 minutes, then cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Once cool, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze. Adjust consistency with extra lemon juice or powdered sugar. Drizzle over cake.

💭 Recipe Tips

  • Room temperature ingredients ensure a smooth, well-blended batter for baking.
  • Use fresh 7UP soda; avoid using flat or expired soda.
  • Gradually add flour to prevent overmixing, which can toughen cake.
  • Zest lemons carefully; avoid grating the bitter white pith.
  • Let the cake cool adequately before applying the lemon glaze.
Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake
Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

🍨 What To Serve With 7up Pound Cake?

Serve with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast to the cake’s richness and a burst of complementary flavors.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers 7up Pound Cake?

  • In The Fridge. To store wrap 7up Pound Cake in plastic or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • In The Freezer. For freezing wrap the fully 7up Pound Cake tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil freeze for up to 2-3 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers 7up Pound Cake?

  • In The Oven Method: Wrap slices of Leftovers 7up Pound Cake in foil reheat at 350°F for 10-15 mins.
  • In The Microwave: Place a slice of Leftovers 7up Pound Cake on a microwave-safe plate, heat for 20-30 seconds.

FAQs

Is It Necessary To Sift The Flour For This Recipe?

Sifting flour is required in certain recipes in order to achieve a lighter texture, aerate the flour, and remove lumps from the flour.

What Can I Do If My Cake Turns Out Too Sweet?

Balance sweetness by adding lemon juice or salt to the batter, or serving with unsweetened whipped cream.

How Long Should I Let The Cake Cool Before Adding The Glaze?

Let the cake cool for 10-15 minutes before adding glaze to prevent it from melting or becoming too runny.

How Can I Prevent The Cake From Getting Too Brown On Top While Baking?

Prevent browning by tenting the cake with foil halfway through baking to shield it from direct heat.

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Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1slice

  • Calories: 408.6kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 58.6g
  • Protein: 4.4g
  • Fat: 18.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 11.4g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.9g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 5.1g
  • Cholesterol: 104.5mg
  • Sodium: 145.8mg
  • Potassium: 56.8mg
  • Fiber: 0.8g
  • Sugar: 41.9g
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Paula Deen 7up Pound Cake

Author: Imen Dridi Cooking Method:Baking Cuisine:American Courses:Dessert, Breakfast Recipe Keys: 7 7up Pound Cake
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 25 minutesCook time:1 hour 15 minutesRest time:2 hours Total time:5 hours 20 minutesServings:12 servingsCalories:408.6 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

This Paula Deen 7UP Pound Cake blends salted butter, sugar, eggs, flour, lemon zest, and 7UP soda. With prep in 25 minutes, bake for 1 hour 15 minutes. Yielding 12 servings, this recipe totals 3 hour 40 minutes from start to finish.

Ingredients

    FOR THE CAKE

    • FOR THE GLAZE

Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 325°F.
  2. Use a stand mixer to beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, then mix in flour and lemon zest. Gently fold in 7-Up.
  3. Pour batter into a greased Bundt cake pan.
  4. Bake for 70-80 minutes, then cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  5. Once cool, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze. Adjust consistency with extra lemon juice or powdered sugar. Drizzle over cake.

Notes

  • Room temperature ingredients ensure a smooth, well-blended batter for baking.
    Use fresh 7UP soda; avoid using flat or expired soda.
    Gradually add flour to prevent overmixing, which can toughen cake.
    Zest lemons carefully; avoid grating the bitter white pith.
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