1 box German chocolate cake mix
1 (3.5 oz.) can sweetened flaked coconut
1 c. chopped nuts
1/4 c. butter
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 (16 oz.) box powdered sugar
Cool Whip (optional)

Prepare cake batter according to package instructions. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Cover the bottom of the pan with the nuts and coconut. Pour cake batter on top. Melt butter in a bowl. Add cream cheese and powdered sugar. Stir to blend. Spoon over unbaked batter and bake for 40 to 42 minutes.

You can't test for doneness with this sticky cake. The icing sinks to the bottom while baking and makes a gooey white ribbon throughout. Serve with Cool Whip.