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Cherry 7up Cake Pound Cake

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By Rosie Published: July 31, 2016 Updated: October 15, 2023
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Homemade Cherry 7up Pound Cake is sweet and moist, the perfect dessertHow to make a homemade Cherry 7up Pound Cake from scratch!

One of my first uploaded videos on YouTube was a 7up cake recipe. I uploaded it many years ago, back in 2011 to be exact. I was surprised that a lot of people had never heard of a seven up cake, and asked what it was. So what exactly is it? It’s a lemon lime flavored pound cake flavored with 7up soda. The soda pop actually not only flavors the cake, but it also works as a rising agent! Lot of people were amused… Some people were still confused. LOL..  Anyway this time around I am back with another 7up cake recipe. However this time around I’m making a homemade CHERRY 7up cake!

This sweet Cherry 7up Pound Cake is such a simple dessert recipe

After years of playing around with my recipe for seven up cake, I actually changed a few things. One thing is I actually use fresh lemon & lime zest. I believe that the zest adds a ton of flavor. Also, I don’t just throw everything in the mixing bowl anymore ( shame on the old me!HAHA!) . These days, I start off with the butter, then the sugar, then… well- I actually make a cake like it’s suppose to be made! Also, I make sure to use all room temperature ingredients.

A sweet vanilla glaze coats this moist cherry 7up cake

I use Cherry 7up for this cake. However you CAN use regular 7up is you choose. It may not have as much cherry flavor, but it can be used. Remember to use REAL BUTTER for this recipe… NOT margarine. Margarine simply does not do this cake any justice.. So for best results, use real salted butter.

Check out my tutorial for this cake

OH DARN IT!!!! I forgot to mention that I added salt. Be sure to follow the written directions! 

Cherry 7up Cake Recipe

This moist and sweet cherry 7-Up pound cake is a perfect treat! Top with a homemade cherry vanilla glaze and serve for breakfast or dessert.
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Cherry 7-Up Pound Cake
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Total Time 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 sticks softened salted butter
  • 3 cups of granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • Zest of 1 medium lime
  • 5 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup maraschino cherries minced
  • 1/4 cup juice from cherry jar
  • 3/4 cup Cherry 7up or regular 7up
  • Glaze
  • 1 1/4 cup of confectioners sugar
  • 1/4 cup of 7up
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 2 tsp cherry juice from jar

Instructions

  • Place the butter in the bowl, and mix until it's nice and fluffy.
  • Add in the sugar, and mix the ingredients until well combined.
  • Add in the eggs, one at a time, and mix.
  • Next, add in the lemon & lime zest, and salt. Now mix.
  • Add in the cherries, and the cherry juice, and mix.
  • Alternate adding in the all purpose flour, and 7up.
  • Once everything is well incorporated, spray your cake pan with baking spray.
  • Pour the cake batter into the cake pan, and smooth out.
  • Bake the cake on 325 F for 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes.
  • Remove the cake from the oven, and let cool.
  • Combine all the ingredients for the glaze in a cup or small bowl, and mix until lump free.
  • Once the cake is cool, pour or spoon out the glaze all over the cake.
  • Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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  1. Gloria says

    July 31, 2016 at 7:05 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie, I have been waiting on this recipe,I love 7up cake and now with cherries.I will be making this tomorrow for my grandchildren.Thank you so much keep up the good work.God bless you for your good work.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 31, 2016 at 7:39 pm

      Let me know how it comes out for you!

      Reply
  2. Mary says

    July 31, 2016 at 7:15 pm

    This pound cake is a winner. Love the addition of the chopped cherries, lemon, & lime zest. Pinned. Thanks for sharing. Have a good week!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 31, 2016 at 7:39 pm

      Hi Mary! Glad that you liked recipe.

      Reply
  3. Joanne says

    July 31, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I love cherries in desserts, and that glaze looks so delicious!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 31, 2016 at 7:40 pm

      Thanks Joanne!

      Reply
  4. Audrea says

    August 6, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    5 stars
    Hey Rosie loving your new recipe for the 7up cherry pound cake just pull mine out of the oven can’t wait till it cools down so I can glaze it didn’t have almond flavoring what about vanilla?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 7, 2016 at 11:51 am

      The almond pairs well with the cherry flavor, but vanilla will be “ok”.

      Reply
  5. JasG says

    August 21, 2016 at 5:48 pm

    5 stars
    Omg I just made this cake!! Waiting on it to cool now!
    Thanks for a great recipe!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 21, 2016 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  6. Tasha says

    December 4, 2016 at 6:49 am

    Can I use whole wheat flour instead

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 4, 2016 at 10:58 am

      I wouldn’t recommend it.

      Reply
  7. China Powell says

    December 14, 2016 at 9:30 am

    Hi Rosie,
    Can i use cake flour?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 14, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      Yes, but you’ll have to use more flour if so.

      Reply
  8. Alex says

    April 8, 2017 at 3:35 pm

    Hello Rosie, I love your pound cake recipe! But can you tell me why my bundt cakes edges fall apart?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 9, 2017 at 2:12 pm

      Hi Alex. I have no idea why your cake edges fall apart.

      Reply
  9. Gwen R says

    October 22, 2017 at 7:23 am

    I think I’ll try this and use Watkins cherry flavor and butter flavor! Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 22, 2017 at 2:03 pm

      Let us know how it comes out for ya! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Cakemix says

    October 22, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    I Just made this, and it is excellent!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 22, 2017 at 2:02 pm

      Thanks for trying! XOXO

      Reply
  11. Carla Ervin says

    January 13, 2018 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    Wow, I love this cake. My daughters are 7 and 9 years old and this was great for them and I to make together. Something different and it was a huge hit. I love all of your recipes. As matter of fact, we just made your Mac n cheese. Yum!! Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 13, 2018 at 11:12 pm

      Thanks for trying!

      Reply
  12. Michelle J. says

    March 30, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    Rosie, I am making this cake this weekend for one of my Easter desserts. I can’t wait to try it. I know it will be delicious. Your recipes never fail. Happy Easter to you and your family.

    Reply
  13. Sharetta says

    November 25, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to try this. Do you think it will be ok if I puree the cherries and add them to the batter? I have issues with cooked fruit in my food but I love this recipe and it’s contents. I’ll definitely be making this by Christmas.

    Reply
  14. Jalil says

    November 23, 2022 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    COUSIN ROSIE THIS HERE!!!!!!!!! AN AMAZING RECIPE. I WISH I COULD UPLOAD THE PICTURE!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 24, 2022 at 6:03 am

      So glad that you like the recipe!!!

      Reply
  15. Carol Hartwell says

    March 15, 2024 at 2:19 pm

    So pretty besides sounding delicious. I have never made one. I am 90 years
    old. Pray I will find time to do so!

    Reply

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