Oat Cake With Coconut Topping (Low Fat)

1. 1

   Coat an 8-inch round or square cake pan with cooking spray; dust with 2 teaspoons flour, and set aside.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 350-degrees.

3. 3

   Bring milk to a simmer in a small saucepan.

4. 4

   Stir in 1/4 cup oatmeal. Bring to a boil, and remove from heat.

5. 5

   Spoon mixture into a small bowl; let cool.

6. 6

   Combine 3/4 cup flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.

7. 7

   Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons margarine in a large bowl; beat at medium speed of a mixer until blended.

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   Add applesuace, vanilla, and egg; beat until blended.

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   Add flour mixture and oatmeal mixture; beat until well blended.

10. 10

    Pour batter into prepared pan.

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    Bake 25 minutes or until wooden pick inserted into center comes out clean. Remove from oven; set aside on a wire rack.

12. 12

    Combine the brown sugar, evaporated milk, and 1 tablespoon margarine in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat, and cook 30 seconds.

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    Stir in 1/4 cup oatmeal, walnuts, and coconut; cook 30 seconds.

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    Spread over cake; broil 2 minutes or until lightly browned.

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    Let cool on wire rack.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.