Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 cups granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice)
– 1 cup shredded coconut
– 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Electric mixer (or whisk)
– 9×13-inch baking pan
– Spatula
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). I always find that giving the oven a little extra time to warm up helps achieve that perfectly baked texture. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk everything together to ensure there are no clumps. Trust me; this little step makes a big difference in the final cake! Then, in a separate bowl, mix together the eggs, vegetable oil, crushed pineapple (with juice), shredded coconut, chopped pecans or walnuts, and vanilla extract until well combined. I love the smell of the pineapple and coconut at this stage; it’s so refreshing! Now, pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. You want to see a few lumps—don’t overmix! (See the next page below to continue steps…)
