Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 1 can (20 oz.) crushed pineapple, with juices
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• 1 1/2 cups sugar (for icing)
• 2 cups shredded coconut
• 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped, toasted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (for icing)

Instructions 

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
• In a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, brown sugar, oil, and crushed pineapple (with juice) until well combined.
• Gradually stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined—do not overmix.
• Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• While baking, prepare the icing: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine evaporated milk, sugar, and butter. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in coconut, toasted pecans, vanilla extract, and salt.
• Once the cake is done, remove from oven and immediately pour the warm icing over the top. Spread evenly.
• Let cake cool completely and allow icing to set before slicing and serving.