SUNSHINE COCONUT PINEAPPLE CAKE

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This recipe is an old family favorite. My mother made it for us all the time, and now. I make it for any family. It tastes like a piece of sunshine.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups grated carrots
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup canola oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
Sweetened shredded coconut, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Combine the oil, lemon juice and vanilla. Drain pineapple, reserving juice. If necessary, add enough water to juice to measure 3/4 cup. Add oil mixture and pineapple juice mixture to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Fold in pineapple., Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For frosting, in a large , beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over cake; sprinkle with coconut if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 376mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Chase Glenn
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Majnu Alam
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This cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it.


Zeinab Ezziden
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I'm not a huge fan of pineapple or coconut, but I actually really liked this cake. It was moist and fluffy, and the flavors were well-balanced.


Technology boy
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This cake was a lot of work, but it was worth it. It's the best pineapple coconut cake I've ever had!


Haseeb Iftikhar
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The frosting was too runny for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Dan Rockwell
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This cake was a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some extra pineapple juice next time.


Sally Mseze
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


Erdi Sahiti
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Loïs RIGAL
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I wasn't sure about the pineapple and coconut combination, but I was pleasantly surprised. This cake is delicious!


wali khan joiya
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This cake is so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend it!


Md Rabani Ali
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success. All the kids loved it!


Matt Vandivier
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This cake is so moist and fluffy. It's the perfect texture for a summer cake.


Braylon Crosby
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I love the combination of pineapple and coconut in this cake. It's so tropical and delicious.


Awais Sahil
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This cake is a summer staple in my house. It's the perfect dessert for a hot day, and it always puts a smile on my face.


Fawwad Hala
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pineapple and coconut flavors are so refreshing and the cake is always moist and delicious.


Patricia Mills
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use fresh or canned pineapple, depending on what I have on hand.


Joy Pudder
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


EJ C
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This cake was a tropical paradise in my mouth! The pineapple and coconut flavors were perfectly balanced, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I'll definitely be making this again soon.