Caramel Italian Cream Cake

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cups shaved coconut
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 5 large eggs, separated
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
• Quick Caramel Frosting
• Cream Cheese Frosting