STRAWBERRY HEAVEN CAKE

Steps:

• CAKE:.
• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour 3 (9 inch) round pans.
• In a large bowl, stir together cake mix and gelatin mix.
• Make a well in the center and pour in 1 cup mashed strawberries, oil, milk and eggs.
• Beat on low speed until blended.
• Scrape bowl, and beat 4 minutes on medium speed.
• Fold in the coconut and pecans.
• Divide the batter among the prepared pans.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
• Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.
• FROSTING:.
• To make the Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting:
• Mash the 3/4 cup strawberries to make 1/2 cup, then drain well; set aside. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
• Blend in the confectioners' sugar and drained strawberries.
• Beat on medium speed until the frosting lightens and is well combined. Fold in the coconut and pecans.
• Frost cake between layers, on top and sides.
• Chill uncovered 30 minutes or until frosting sets, then cover and chill 4 to 6 hours before serving.