Oatmeal Cake Recipe
Looking for a comforting and flavorful treat? This oatmeal cake recipe is the answer. It’s easy to make, incredibly moist, and perfect for any occasion. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to creating a delicious oatmeal cake, with tips to ensure a perfect result every time.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 ½ cups boiling water
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats and boiling water in a bowl. Let it sit for 20 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add the soaked oats to the batter and stir gently until everything is well combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into a greased and floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
For a richer taste, add nuts or raisins to the batter. You can substitute melted coconut oil for butter or brown sugar for granulated sugar. Serve with a light glaze of powdered sugar and milk, whipped cream, fresh berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. To make it suitable for those avoiding gluten, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. For a vegan version use plant-based butter and flax eggs.