INGREDIENTS
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3/4 pound unsalted butter at room temperature
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2 cups sugar
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5 extra-large eggs at room temperature
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1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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1 1/2 teaspoons pure almond extract
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup buttermilk
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14 ounces sweetened, shredded coconut
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Cream Cheese Icing, recipe follows
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1 pound cream cheese at room temperature
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3/4 pound unsalted butter at room temperature
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
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1 1/2 pounds confectioners' sugar, sifted