Do Nothing Tornado Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple with juice
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1 cup chopped pecans
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the Topping
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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2/3 cup evaporated milk
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup shredded coconut
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, eggs, baking soda, salt, pineapple with juice, pecans, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, evaporated milk, and sugar. Bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut.
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Pour the hot coconut mixture over the warm cake while it’s still in the pan. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
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Serve the cake chilled or at room temperature for the best experience.