Ingredients
– 1 box of yellow cake mix
– 1 cup of 7up (or any lemon-lime soda)
– 1/2 cup of vegetable oil
– 3 large eggs
– Zest of 1 lemon
– Juice of 1 lemon
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Whisk or electric mixer
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Zester or grater
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan with non-stick spray or butter. In my experience, a well-greased pan makes all the difference for a clean release! Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 7up, vegetable oil, and eggs. Whisk everything together until the batter is smooth and well combined; you’ll want to be careful not to overmix it. The zest of a lemon adds such a delightful fragrance to the batter, and trust me, it’s worth adding! (See the next page below to continue steps…)