2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. flaked coconut
1 (8 1/4 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 3/4 c. sugar
1 c. oil
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. shredded carrots
1 c. chopped nuts
Mix ingredients by hand.
Sift flour, soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon into a large bowl. Make a well in the center and add in order: sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla. Beat with a spoon until smooth. Stir in carrots, coconut, nuts and pineapple until well blended. Pour into greased 13"x9"x2" pan and bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 45 minutes, until center springs back when pressed lightly (center will sink slightly). Cool completely. Spread with Cream Cheese Frosting. Refrigerate.