Do Nothing Cake

12 standard portions

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Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 1 21-ounce can crushed pineapple (in juice, undrained)
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• ⅛ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup evaporated milk
• 1½ cups shredded coconut
• 1 cup toasted pecans
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 9×13 inch (22×33 cm) baking pan with baking spray. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk eggs with crushed pineapple (undrained), granulated sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Add flour, baking soda, and salt to the same bowl, and mix everything together until well combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. To make the frosting, in a medium saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and evaporated milk. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the shredded coconut, toasted pecans, and vanilla.
7. While the cake is still warm, poke holes all over the top using the handle of a wooden spoon. Pour the frosting over the cake, spreading it evenly.
8. Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.