"Rich, sweet and an amazing showstopper for any event, this cake is made totally from scratch...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup butter softened
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1/2 cup vegetable shortening
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2 cups granulated sugar
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6 egg yolks
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2 cups self rising flour
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 cup milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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16 ounces coconut about 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut
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6 egg whites beaten to stiff peaks
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For the frosting
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1/4 cup butter softened
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8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
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1 pound powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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1/2 cup chopped pecans