Easy 7-UP Cake

Cool, zesty and refreshing are some of the qualities that come to mind when eating a 7-up cake. In my opinion, some desserts seem more appropriate for fall/winter and others spring/summer. This one puts me in mind of a spring/summer dessert. This recipe for 7-Up cake is quick and easy. Yes, it does use a box mix. However, know one will ever know. Very tasty!

Easy 7-Up Cake Recipe:

Ingredients:
1 box of lemon cake mix
1 box of instant pineapple pudding mix (can substitute for vanilla if unable to find and add in some pineapple flavoring into the cake batter)
4 eggs
3/4 cup of vegetable oil
10 ounces of 7-Up

Directions:
Simply mix all of the ingredients together in a large bowl. Pour the batter into a greased pan and back at 375 degrees until done. This will depend on the type of pan you use. Many people make this cake into a bundt or tube pan, which should take about 40-45 minutes top complete. Glaze with a white icing or follow the directions below for a yummier edition.

Homemade 7-Up Cake Icing:

Ingredients:
1 stick of butter
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons of flour
1 small can of crushed pineapple with the juice
1 cup of coconut

Directions:
Cook all of the ingredients except the coconut over low heat until it thickens. Cool and fold in the coconut. Spread over a cooled cake. Allow the icing and cake to cool completely before icing the 7-Up cake.