Preheat & Prep – Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Add Wet Ingredients – Stir in eggs, vanilla, and crushed pineapple (with juice) until well combined
Fold in Extras – Gently mix in the coconut and nuts (if using) for extra texture and flavor
Bake to Perfection – Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
Cool & Frost – Let the cake cool completely before frosting with a cream cheese or coconut frosting
Garnish & Enjoy – Sprinkle with extra shredded coconut or chopped nuts, then slice and serve this tropical delight!