Oatmeal Cake with Lazy Daisy Frosting Recipe

Name: Oatmeal Cake with Lazy Daisy Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup oats, quick cooking uncooked; 1 1/2 cups water boiling; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup brown sugar packed; 1/4 cup butter or margarine; 1/4 cup vegetable shortening; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted; 1/4 cup evaporated milk or cream; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; ⅔ cup brown sugar packed; 1 cup nuts coasely chop

Servings: persons

1 cup oats, quick cooking uncooked
1 1/2 cups water boiling
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar packed
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup evaporated milk or cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup brown sugar packed
1 cup nuts coasely chop

1
Measure oats into mixing bowl.
2
Add boiling water; stir and cool.
3
cream both sugars, butter and shortening.
4
Add eggs and vanilla; beat very well.
5
Sift dry ingredients together.
6
Add oatmeal mixture and sifted dry ingredients alternately to creamed mixture.
7
Pour into greased and floured 9x13x2 inch pan.
8
Bake 30 to 40 minutes in preheated 350F (180C) oven.
9
Have frosting ready; spread on hot cake and place under broiler for a few minutes to brown.
10
Watch carefully.
11
Frosting: Mix frosting ingredients together and blend well.
12
This cake was a second place winner at the Del Mar fair.

1972

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

191

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup oats, quick cooking uncooked, 1 1/2 cups water boiling, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup brown sugar packed, and more.

Yes, Oatmeal Cake with Lazy Daisy Frosting 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!

Oatmeal Cake with Lazy Daisy Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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