Hawaiian Cake

"I have served this cake to several people and they all wanted the recipe. It is called by another name, but I call it Hawaiian Cake." Recipe submitted by Linda Overmyer.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 (18.5-ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (15.25-ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large bananas, sliced
1 (6.75-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
1 (8-ounce) container frozen nondairy whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup flaked sweetened coconut

Cooking Directions:

1. Prepare and bake cake according to package directions.
2. In a small saucepan, mix together the pineapple, including juice and sugar and bring to a boil.
3. When cake is done, remove from oven and pour the pineapple mixture over the top of the hot cake, spreading evenly. Place in refrigerator to cool.
4. Once cool, top with the sliced bananas.
5. Prepare the instant pudding according to package directions and spread over the bananas.
6. Spread the whipped topping over the pudding.
7. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the whipped topping.
8. Sprinkle the coconut over the pecans.
9. Store in the refrigerator.

Makes 18 servings.

Tip: Try toasting the pecans and coconut for incredible texture and taste sensation!