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Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake

Indulgent Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake with Gooey Coconut Glaze

Discover the comforting flavors of Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake topped with a luscious coconut glaze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Easy Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats Avoid quick or steel-cut oats for best results.
  • 2 cups Boiling Water Hydrates the oats.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances overall sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Ensure it's melted for proper incorporation.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds ingredients and assists with leavening.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Offers warmth and fragrance.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Optional based on taste preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract.
For the Coconut Glaze
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Can use unsweetened for a less sugary glaze.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Creates a rich base for the glaze.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds a caramel-like sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Evaporated Milk Richens the glaze.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

How to Make Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake
  1. Pour boiling water over oats in a bowl and let them sit for 20 minutes to soften.
  2. Combine the soaked oats with brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt until just combined.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350°F for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While the cake is baking, melt the topping butter in a saucepan with brown sugar, evaporated milk, and shredded coconut. Cook until bubbling.
  6. Once the cake is baked, pour the warm glaze over it, then broil for 2-3 minutes until the top is golden and bubbling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, be sure to soak the oats properly and mix the ingredients carefully to avoid overmixing. Customize toppings as desired.

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