Cake Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 315°F.
Spray a bundt pan with non-stick baking spray.
In a mixer bowl, beat butter for 2 minutes on high speed.
Slowly add sugar and salt, continue beating for 7 more minutes until pale yellow and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Turn mixer to low speed and gradually add flour in two parts.
Pour in 7 Up and lemon extract, mix until just combined.
Pour batter into prepared bundt pan.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 – 20 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert onto a serving plate.

Glaze Instructions:

In a small bowl, whisk together confectioner’s sugar, 7 Up, and lemon extract until smooth.
Spoon the glaze over the cooled cake and allow it to harden.

Possible Variations and Substitutions!

Soda Swap: Don’t have 7Up on hand? No problemo! Any lemon-lime soda will do the trick. They might taste a tad different, but trust me, it won’t change the flavor of your cake. However, if you can swing it, stick with 7Up because its fizziness helps your cake get that awesome rise!

Thick Glaze Lover: Are you someone who likes their glaze on the thicker side? Go ahead and add more confectioners’ sugar to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s as simple as that!

Zesty Twist: Want to kick up the citrus flavor a notch? Throw in some lemon zest! It adds a zingy punch that’ll make your taste buds dance with joy.

Pan Alternatives: So, you don’t have a Bundt pan lying around? No biggie! You can still make this delicious cake in 2 loaf pans or a regular tube pan. Get creative with what you’ve got!