1 box yellow cake mix 1 pkg. vanilla instant pudding mix 1 1/3 c. water 4 eggs 1/3 c. oil 2 c. coconut 1 c. chopped walnuts or pecans Blend cake mix, pudding mix, water, eggs and oil in large bowl. Beat at medium speed with electric mixture for 4 minutes. Stir in coconut and nuts. Pour into greased and floured 13"x9" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Cool in pan 15 minutes; top with coconut cream cheese frosting. FROSTING: 1 box powdered sugar 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese 1 tsp. vanilla 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. milk Mix all ingredients, spread over cool cake. Then, melt 2 tablespoons butter in skillet. Add 2 1/2 cups coconut, stir constantly over low heat until golden brown. Let cool, sprinkle over cake. |