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Heaven on Earth Cake

A delightful cake that combines fluffy layers, crushed pineapple, and creamy topping, perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Topping
  • 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add softened butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
  4. Fold in shredded coconut and chopped nuts.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth it out evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool completely on a wire rack.
Topping and Refrigeration
  1. Spread the drained crushed pineapple over the cooled cake.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine whipped topping with mini marshmallows and spread over the pineapple layer.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the nuts before folding them in. You can also use homemade whipped cream instead of whipped topping.