Step 1

Bake cake mix according to package directions in a 9x13 pan. Cool completely.

Step 2

While cake is baking, mix cream cheese, pudding and milk together in a mixer or with electric beaters until blended well and thickened. Place pudding mixture in refrigerator. It will continue to thicken until cake is cooled.

Step 3

When cake is cooled, poke holes evenly in the top of the cake with the round handle end of a wooden spoon.

Step 4

Spread crushed pineapple evenly over the cake.

Step 5

Add the pudding mixture.

Step 6

Spread whipped topping over the pudding mixture and sprinkle entire cake with coconut flakes.

Step 7

Serve immediately or keep covered and in the fridge until ready to serve.