Ultimate Oatmeal Cake Recipe: Moist and Delicious Dessert Delight

Oatmeal Cake Recipe 🍰

Overview:

Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Oatmeal Cake, a perfect dessert for any occasion! This recipe yields a moist and flavorful cake that’s sure to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll have a scrumptious treat ready in no time!

• Name: Oatmeal Cake
• Category: Dessert
• Keywords: Grains, Potluck, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Oven, < 4 Hours
• Servings: 18
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Calories per serving: 307.8
• Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)

Ingredients:

• 1 cup oatmeal
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 cup brown sugar (for frosting)
• 4 tbsp milk
• 6 tbsp butter (for frosting)
• 1 cup shredded coconut (for frosting)
• 1 cup chopped nutmeat (for frosting)

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil, then add butter.
2. Stir in oatmeal and let it stand for 20 minutes to soften and absorb the liquid.
3. Transfer the oatmeal mixture into a mixing bowl.
4. Add eggs, white sugar, and brown sugar to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg to the mixture. Stir until fully incorporated.
6. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Frosting:

1. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, milk, and butter for the frosting.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Remove from heat and stir in shredded coconut and chopped nutmeat.
4. Allow the frosting to cool slightly.
5. Once the cake is baked and removed from the oven, spread the frosting evenly over the warm cake.
6. Let the cake cool completely before serving to allow the frosting to set.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve slices of Oatmeal Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
• Enjoy with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a cozy dessert experience.

Storage:

• Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Enjoy Your Homemade Oatmeal Cake! 🎉