7UP pound cake

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place sugar, butter, eggs and lemon extract in the bowl of an electric mixer, then beat on medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Add the flour and 7UP in three batches: Add 1 cup flour and 1/3 cup of 7UP, then beat at medium speed until flour is incorporated, about 30 seconds. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

Repeat with remaining flour and 7UP.

Lightly coat a 12-cup Bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray, then pour the batter into the pan. Tap and shake the pan gently to level the batter, then bake until golden brown, about 1 hour.

Let cool 5 minutes in pan, then invert the Bundt pan onto a serving plate. Let cool to room temperature. Slice and serve plain, or top with ice cream. 7UP pound cake also pairs nicely with strawberries and whipped cream.