Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
– 1 cup shredded coconut
– 1 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Whisk
– Rubber spatula
– 9×13 inch baking pan
– Oven mitts
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, I like to preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C). While that’s heating up, I grab a mixing bowl and combine the dry ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. I whisk them all together until they’re completely blended, creating a wonderful aroma that fills my kitchen. The next step involves mixing the wet ingredients—including buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract—until the mixture is smooth and almost creamy. This combination always makes me feel like I’m concocting pure magic. (See the next page below to continue steps…)