*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             Blackberry Cake

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Fruits                           Cakes

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1                    White cake mix with pudding
   3       oz           Pkg black raspberry-flavored
                        - pudding
   1       c            Vegetable oil
     1/2   c            Milk
   4                    Eggs
   1       c            Fresh or frozen blackberries
   1       c            Flaked coconut
   1       c            Pecans -- chopped
                        Icing:
     1/2   c            Butter -- softened
   1       lb           Confectioners' sugar
   4                    Milk
     1/2   c            Fresh or frozen blackberries
     1/2   c            Flaked coconut
     1/2   c            Pecans -- chopped

  In a mixing bowl, combine cake mix, gelatin, oil, and milk; mix
  until blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each
  addition. Fold in blackberries, coconut, and pecans. Pour into
  three greased 9" round baking pans. Bake at 350°F for 25 to
  30 minutes or until cake tests done; cool in pan for 10 minutes
  before removing to wire racks.

  Icing:

  Cream butter in a mixing bowl. Add sugar and milk; beat until
  desired consistency is reached. Stir in blackberries, coconut, and
  pecans. Frost top of two layers; stack on serving plate with plain
  layer on top. Frost top and sides of cake.
 

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