1 pkg. white cake mix (with pudding)
3 large eggs
1 1/4 c. buttermilk
1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 (3 1/2 oz.) can flaked coconut
2/3 c. chopped pecans

Beat first 4 ingredients. Stir in coconut and pecans. Pour into 3 greased and floured 9-inch round cake pans.

Bake at 350°F for 15 to 17 minutes. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 minutes Remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks. Spread cream cheese frosting between layers and on top and sides of cake.

Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 c. butter, softened
16 oz. powdered sugar
2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped pecans

Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Stir in vanilla, then add pecans.