Step 1

Preheat oven per the directions on the back of the cake box. Baking time following the directions.

Step 2

Prepare an 11 x 7 inch baking pan but spraying with a nonstick baking spray. Bake the cake, when done remove from the oven. Set aside to slightly cool.

Step 3

Use the end of a wooden spoon to poke holes in the cake at ½ inch intervals.

Step 4

Add crushed pineapple with juice and one cup of sugar in a pot bringing it to a boil.

Step 5

Pour over the entire top of the cake. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

Add the cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar to a mixing bowl.

Step 7

Use an electric mixer to beat the ingredients together.

Step 8

Use a spatula to stir in the vanilla and crushed pecans.

Step 9

With an offset spatula spread the frosting on top of the cake.

Step 10

Enjoy!