Stir in pineapple chunks and spread over the coconut layer. Step 4: Whip Up the Topping Using a cold bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

This coconut cake is a guaranteed showstopper at any gatherings or special occasion. The beautiful flakes of pineapple and toasted coconut on the top make it even more delicious and heavenly in taste.

2. To make the cake, sift the flour, bicarbonate of soda and sugar into a large bowl, then beat in the eggs, vanilla, oil and coconut essence. Fold in the pineapple and pecans. Pour into the cake tin ...