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Hawaiian Delights

Patti Macey
Also called Hawaiian Holidays, these cake squares are a delicious tropical treat.
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Course Cookies, Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

Cake

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 can crushed pineapple, do not drain (20 oz)
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup flaked coconut

Icing

  • 1 package cream cheese, softened (8 oz)
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extra

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously grease and flour a 11 x 15-inch baking pan.
  • In a bowl, combine all cake ingredients and mix well either by hand or with a mixer. Pour batter into prepared baking pan. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Cake is done when batter pulls· slightly from side of pan and is golden brown. Use toothpick test to be sure. Place cake on wire rack.
  • To make icing, combine all ingredients and stir well. Frost cake while still warm. Decorate each piece with candied cherry. Place cake into refrigerator to thoroughly chill. Makes lots. (Note: These must be kept refrigerated until using.) Enjoy!