1 stick butter 2 c. sugar 5 eggs, separated 2 c. flour 1 c. buttermilk 1/2 c. vegetable oil 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. baking soda 1 can coconut 1 c. chopped nuts Blend butter, sugar, and egg yolks. Add flour, buttermilk, oil, baking soda and vanilla. Fold in coconut, nuts and beaten egg whites. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Cool. FROSTING: Blend 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, 1 stick butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Gradually add 1 box powdered sugar. Add 1 cup chopped nuts. |