Description

The Pineapple 7UP Cake is a moist, tender, and flavorful dessert that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the subtle fizz of 7UP soda. Easy to prepare with basic pantry ingredients, this cake features a soft crumb and bright fruity notes, perfect for any occasion. Finished with a tangy cream cheese frosting, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s both adaptable and irresistible.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple with juice (drained slightly)
1 cup 7UP soda (fresh, not flat)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Prepare Your Ingredients: Measure and gather all the ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line your cake pan to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and baking soda to evenly distribute the leavening agents, ensuring a perfect rise for your cake.
Blend Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, crushed pineapple with juice, and 7UP soda until fully incorporated and smooth.
Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve the tender crumb.
Add Optional Mix-ins: If using nuts or shredded coconut, fold them in now to evenly distribute throughout the batter.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
Frost and Serve: Spread a generous layer of cream cheese frosting over the cooled cake for a creamy, tangy complement to the pineapple sweetness.

Notes

Use fresh 7UP soda for best moisture and rise.
Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
Drain crushed pineapple slightly to prevent a too-wet batter.
Start checking the cake at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking as ovens vary.
Bring refrigerated ingredients to room temperature for a smoother batter.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg