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.

Aza Rands
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This cake was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful. I loved the pineapple and coconut flavors. I will definitely be making this cake again.


UK King Pizza hut sibi
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Yabu Work
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I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit! The pineapple and coconut flavors are so delicious together. It's a great cake for potlucks or parties.


Rjroushon Amin
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This cake is perfect for any occasion! It's moist, flavorful, and has just the right amount of sweetness. I highly recommend it.


Lolo Greer
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This cake was a disaster! It was dry, crumbly, and the frosting was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.


Ilobekeme Oseghale
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I thought this cake was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland and the cake was a bit dry.


RAI JATT
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pineapple and coconut flavors were nice together.


Alexis Texas
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I made this cake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and sweet. I will definitely be making this cake again.


QueenMing Simmons
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This cake was amazing! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple and coconut were a great combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


gaming with emmi
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I thought this cake was just okay. The pineapple flavor was a bit too strong for my taste. The cake was also a bit dry.


Alpha Kanu
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This cake was delicious! The pineapple and coconut flavors were perfectly balanced. The cake was also very moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Petty Mpofu
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I made this cake for my birthday and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and light. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Johnson House
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This cake was a disaster! It was dry, crumbly, and the frosting was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.


Md Rajibul
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I thought this cake was just okay. The flavors were a bit bland and the cake was a bit dry.


Fazal Rabi
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The pineapple and coconut flavors were nice together.


William Lindsey
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I loved this cake! It was so moist and flavorful. The pineapple and coconut were a great combination. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Sejal Chaulagai
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The flavors of coconut and pineapple were perfect together. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Konstantin Divelbiss
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and sweet. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Anthony Molloy
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This cake was delicious! The pineapple gave it a sweet and tangy flavor, and the coconut added a nice richness. I also loved the cream cheese frosting. It was the perfect finishing touch.


Ferly Sajulga
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I was amazed by how easy this cake was to make! The flavors of coconut and pineapple were perfectly balanced, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. It was a huge hit with my family and friends, and I will definitely be making it again.