Moms Glazed Oatmeal Cake Recipe

Name: Moms Glazed Oatmeal Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, such as Crisco, plus more for greasing the dish; 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the dish; 1 1/4 cups hot water; 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats; 1 3/4 cups packed light brown sugar; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon evaporated milk; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes

Servings: persons

1/2 cup vegetable shortening, such as Crisco, plus more for greasing the dish
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the dish
1 1/4 cups hot water
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 3/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
1 tablespoon evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup sweetened coconut flakes

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Lightly grease and flour a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish.
3
In a small bowl, pour the hot water over the oats and let sit for 10 minutes for the oats to absorb the water.
4
Cream together 1 cup of the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of the shortening in a large bowl.
5
Add the eggs and stir well.
6
In a separate bowl, sift together the 1 1/3 cups flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
7
Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, and stir well.
8
Add the softened oats a little at a time, stirring after each addition, until all of the oats are incorporated.
9
Pour the batter into the prepared casserole dish.
10
Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
11
Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let cool completely.
12
Preheat the broiler.
13
For the icing, put the remaining 3/4 cup brown sugar, the butter, evaporated milk, and nuts in a saucepan set over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
14
Boil for 1 minute.
15
Remove the pan from the heat and add the coconut.
16
Ice the cake, transfer it to the oven, and broil for 3 to 5 minutes or until the icing is golden brown.
17
Watch the cake very carefully as the icing can burn easily.
18
Cut into square pieces and serve immediately.
19
Store any leftover pieces in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days.

1208

kcal

Calories

Fat

195

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, such as Crisco, plus more for greasing the dish, 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting the dish, 1 1/4 cups hot water, 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, and more.

Yes, Moms Glazed 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!

Moms Glazed Oatmeal Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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