Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake
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Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake

12 servings
Lazy daisy oatmeal cake features a brilliant broiled topping unlike anything you've likely had before. Folks will enjoy this surprising old-fashioned cake more than many other desserts.

Ingredients

  • vegetable shortening

    for greasing pans

  • boiling water
    1 ¼ c
  • uncooked old-fashioned regular rolled oats
    1 c
  • all-purpose flour

    plus more for pan, about 6 ⅜ oz.

    1 ½ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • ground cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • ground nutmeg
    ½ tsp
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp
  • salted butter

    softened

    ½ c
  • granulated sugar
    1 c
  • packed light brown sugar
    1 c
  • vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • eggs

    at room temperature

    2 large
  • salted butter
    6 tbsp
  • packed light brown sugar
    1 c
  • canned evaporated milk
    6 tbsp
  • sweetened flaked coconut
    1 ½ c
  • toasted chopped pecans
    ¾ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients.

    Step 1
  2. 2

    Prepare the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease (with shortening) and flour a 13- x 9-inch broiler-safe baking pan.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Stir together boiling water and rolled oats in a small heatproof bowl; let stand until room temperature, about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften oats.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Meanwhile, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla in bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on high speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add flour mixture in 2 additions, beating on low speed until just combined. Beat in oatmeal mixture on low speed until just combined.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Scrape bowl, and stir well with a rubber spatula. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted into center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes. (The cake should be warm, but not hot when topping is added.) Increase oven temperature to broil.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    While the cake cools, prepare the Topping: Bring butter, brown sugar, and milk to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-high, stirring to melt butter. Cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in coconut and nuts.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Immediately spread topping over warm cake. Broil on center rack in preheated oven until topping bubbles and begins to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. (Watch cake carefully to avoid scorching.) Cool cake to room temperature, about 1 hour. Store at room temperature an airtight container or wrapped in plastic wrap up to 4 days.

    Step 7
Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake
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Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake

155 min12 servings

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About this Recipe

Tired of the same old desserts? Prepare to discover an "old-fashioned" delight that truly surprises! This Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake brings a unique twist to your dessert table with its brilliant broiled topping, promising a flavor and texture unlike anything you've had before. You'll find yourself reaching for another slice, and so will everyone else.

What makes this Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake truly special is that show-stopping broiled topping. While the cake itself is moist and comforting, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg and the wholesome texture of old-fashioned rolled oats, the topping elevates it to another level. The combination of rich butter, sweet brown sugar, evaporated milk, flaked coconut, and crunchy pecans creates a caramelized, nutty, and irresistible finish that sets this dessert apart from other cakes.

Expect a dessert that masterfully balances homestyle comfort with an unexpected gourmet touch. The cake body is incredibly tender, softened by the oats, and sweetened perfectly with both granulated and light brown sugar, plus a hint of vanilla. The broiled topping adds a glorious chewiness from the coconut and a satisfying crunch from the toasted pecans, all held together by a buttery, sugary glaze. This cake is made for sharing, yielding 12 generous servings, making it ideal for family gatherings or special occasions.

Customization & Serving Ideas

While delicious as is, you can easily adapt this Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake to your preferences. If pecans aren't your favorite, feel free to substitute with walnuts or skip them entirely for a simpler coconut-broiled top. For a different flavor profile, a pinch of cardamom could complement the cinnamon and nutmeg in the cake. You can also adjust the level of sweetness in the topping by slightly reducing the brown sugar, though the original balance is truly delightful.

This cake is a standalone star, perfect for finishing off a comforting weeknight meal or as the centerpiece of a Sunday dessert spread. Serve it simply with a hot cup of coffee or tea, or, for an extra treat, a small scoop of vanilla bean ice cream would beautifully complement its warm, spiced flavors and the rich, broiled topping.

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