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Oatmeal Cake

Decadent Oatmeal Cake That Will Change Your Dessert Game

This Oatmeal Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that turns simple ingredients into a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Healthy Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup rolled oats adds hearty texture and nutty flavor
  • 1 cup boiling water soaks the oats
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the cake
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar provides depth and richness
  • ½ cup vegetable oil adds moisture
  • 2 large eggs acts as a binder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses warmth
  • cups all-purpose flour gives structure
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the cake rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds cozy warmth

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • cake pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of rolled oats with 1 cup of boiling water. Let it sit for about 20 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup brown sugar, and ½ cup vegetable oil until smooth.
  4. Add 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and beat until creamy.
  5. Stir in the soaked oats into the wet mixture.
  6. Whisk together 1½ cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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