Ingredients
For the cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups granulated sugar
5 large eggs, separated
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup flaked coconut
For the frosting:
1 cup chopped pecans
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
16 ounces confectioners' sugar, sifted
Instructions