My Aunt sent me this recipe about 15 years ago from the Detroit Free Press. This cake is so-o-o-o-o delicious. Everytime I make this cake, someone always asks for the recipe. It's also easy to make.

Ingredients

20 serv.

flour↗2 cups
sugar↗1 cup
eggs↗2
baking soda↗2 teaspoons
crushed pineapple↗1
(20 ounce) can, undrained (I use the natural juice pineapple)
walnuts↗1 cup
chopped
grated coconut↗1⁄2 cup
cream cheese↗1
(8 ounce) package, softened
butter↗1⁄2 cup
softened
confectioners' sugar↗2 cups
milk↗2 tablespoons
vanilla↗1 teaspoon
nuts
chopped, for garnish

Step-by-step instructions

1
In large bowl, do not use mixer, combine flour, sugar, eggs baking soda, pineapple and can juices, walnuts and coconut.
2
Mix with a wooden spoon until thoroughly moistened and combined.
3
Pour into greased 9x13 inch pan.
4
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes until brown on top.
5
Remove from oven and place on wire rack.
6
Mix cream cheese and butter together until well blended.
7
Gradually add confectioners sugar, milk and vanilla.
8
Spread icing on cake while cake is still warm.
9
Top with chopped nuts.
10
Cool cake completely and refrigerate until serving time.
11
Store leftovers in the refregerator.
12
Makes about 20 servings.

Source: food.com

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