The Sunshine Pound Cake recipe is a refreshing and unique dessert that combines the warmth of a classic pound cake with the brightness of citrus flavors. The cake is made with a yellow box cake mix, instant vanilla pudding mix, and a hint of lemon lime soda, which gives it a subtle fizziness. The result is a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for spring or summer gatherings.
The icing is a clever combination of powdered sugar and lemon lime soda, which creates a smooth and creamy glaze. The addition of lemon and lime zest adds a burst of citrus flavor and a pop of color to the finished cake. This recipe is perfect for those who love citrus flavors and are looking for a unique twist on traditional pound cake recipes. With its bright and sunny flavor profile, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering or celebration.
Sunshine Pound Cake
Ingredients
Cake:
- 1 Yellow Box Cake Mix
- 3.4 oz box Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
- 4 Large Eggs
- ¾ cup Vegetable Oil
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 8 oz Lemon Lime Soda
Icing:
- Zest of One Lime
- Zest of One Lemon
- 2 cups Powdered Sugar
- ½ cup Lemon Lime Soda
Instructions
Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Heavily coat a large bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine all the cake ingredients except the lemon lime soda. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes using an electric mixer or mix by hand.
- Slowly add in the lemon lime soda, mixing for 1 minute until incorporated. The soda may fizz a little, so add it gradually.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
Icing:
- In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon lime soda until it forms a smooth icing.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake.
- Garnish with lemon and lime zest.