Maw Maw'S Oatmeal Cake Recipe

Name: Maw Maw'S Oatmeal Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CAKE; 1 1/2 cups boiling water; 1 cup quick-cooking oats; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup light brown sugar; 1/2 cup shortening; 2 eggs; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; TOPPING; 6 tablespoons butter, melted; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/4 cup evaporated milk; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup shredded coconut

Servings: persons

CAKE
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
TOPPING
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup shredded coconut

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Pour boiling water over quick oats and let stand for about 15-20 minutes, while you begin mixing up the cake.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar, shortening, and eggs, mixing well.
4
Sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt; add to sugar mixture.
5
Add oatmeal and mix well.
6
Pour batter into a 9X13-inch greased cake pan.
7
Bake for about 30 minutes, or until cake tests done.
8
For topping, combine all topping ingredients.
9
Prick holes in the top of the cake with a toothpick or ice pick.
10
Spread icing over the top of warm cake.
11
Place cake under the broiler for just a minute or two until topping starts to brown.
12
(My oven browns quickly and only takes 1-2 minutes, so watch closely!).

1979

kcal

Calories

134

Fat

186

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CAKE, 1 1/2 cups boiling water, 1 cup quick-cooking oats, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Maw Maw'S Oatmeal Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Maw Maw'S Oatmeal Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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