tropical delight cake
Found this beautiful cake recipe in my e-mail this morning, direct from the people at Mr. Food. This is very easy because the cake is already prepared. You could make the cake yourself if you like, but I prefer the easy way! Photo: mrfood.com
prep time
cook time
15 Min
method
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yield
12 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple tidbits, drained
- 1 can (5 oz.) evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, chopped coarsely
- 1 - prepared angel food cake
- 12 to 16 - stemmed maraschino cherries
How To Make tropical delight cake
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Step 1In a medium skillet, toast coconut over medium heat until golden brown, stirring constantly. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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Step 2Place in skillet the pineapple, evaporated milk, butter, and sugar; mix well and bring to a boil. Let boil 5 to 7 minutes, or until thickened, stirring frequently. Add the coconut to the mixture and stir in nuts.
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Step 3Slice the cake in half horizontally and spoon half the pineapple mixture over bottom cake half. Replace cake top and top with remaining pineapple mixture. Garnish with maraschino cherries.
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Step 4Slice and serve, or cover and keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
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