Old Fashioned Do Nothing Cake
This Old Fashioned Do Nothing Cake is incredibly simple to make yet delivers a delightful flavor. Perfectly moist and topped with a sweet icing, this cake makes for a lovely dessert any day of the week.
Equipment
- 13x9 inch cake pan
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 16 ounces crushed pineapple undrained
For the Icing:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup coconut
- 1 cup nuts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Start by gathering all necessary ingredients.
For the Cake:
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, flour, eggs, baking soda, vanilla extract, and crushed pineapple. Stir well until the mixture is thoroughly blended.
- Pour the batter into a 13x9 inch baking pan and place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
For the Icing:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, mix the butter, sugar, and evaporated milk. Cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and mix in coconut, nuts, and vanilla extract. Immediately ice the cake while it is still warm for best results.