INGREDIENTS
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Cake
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3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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3 large eggs, separated
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1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 cup buttermilk
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1 cup flaked coconut
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Frosting
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1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
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1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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4 cups confectioners sugar
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Toppings
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1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
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1/2 cup pecan halves