Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease the a 9x13 baking dish

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time until combined

Step 5

Beat in the vanilla

Step 6

Alternate between the dry ingredients and the buttermilk and gradually mix until combined

Step 7

Fold in the Coconut and pecans

Step 8

Pour into the baking dish and bake for 17-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean

Step 9

Remove and allow to cool

Step 10

Frosting directions

Step 11

Using a standing mixer, beat together all ingredients except for the coconut and pecans.

Step 12

Beat together combined and smooth

Step 13

Spread evenly on top of the cake

Step 14

Top with toasted coconut and pecans

Step 15

Enjoy!