Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
18.25 unit

yellow cake mix

package

3 unit

instant lemon pudding mix

package

16 unit

fruit cocktail

in heavy syrup

1 cup

coconut

flaked

4 unit

eggs

0.25 cup

oil

0.5 cup

brown sugar

0.5 cup

nuts

chopped

0.5 cup

butter

0.5 cup

sugar

1.33 cup

coconut

0.5 cup

evaporated milk

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 2
~5 min

In a large bowl, combine yellow cake mix, lemon pudding mix, fruit cocktail (with syrup), coconut, eggs, and oil.

Step 3
~5 min

Beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for 4 minutes until well combined.

Step 4
~5 min

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~5 min

Sprinkle brown sugar and chopped nuts evenly over the batter.

Step 6
~5 min

Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7
~5 min

Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes.

Step 8
~5 min

While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~5 min

In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, coconut, and evaporated milk.

Step 10
~5 min

Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour the glaze evenly over the warm cake.

Step 12
~5 min

Let the cake cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of vanilla extract to the glaze for extra flavor.

Toast the coconut flakes for a richer flavor.

Use different types of nuts for variety.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with vanilla ice cream

Serve with fresh berries

Dust with powdered sugar

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coffee
Tea

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, commonly served at potlucks and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday parties
Holidays
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Party
Celebration
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100