PINEAPPLE BREAKFAST CAKE

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
• 2. In a large bowl, with a hand (or stand) mixer, cream butter until smooth. Beat in eggs. Add the cake mix, crushed pineapple with juice, pudding mix, ¼ cup brown sugar and beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in coconut, if using.
• 3. Pour batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle with remaining brown sugar. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 - 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
• 4. Serve immediately while warm, or allow to cool to room temperature. Serve garnished with whipped cream, if desired.