Grandma Inezs Oatmeal Cake

Oatmeal cake is a traditional American dessert that dates back to the early 20th century. It became popular during the Great Depression when ingredients like oats were more affordable and readily available.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Grandma Inezs Oatmeal Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Oats
• 1.5 cup Boiling water
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a small bowl, combine oats and boiling water. Let it stand for 20 minutes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the soaked oats, raisins, and chopped nuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
10. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 33g11%

Sugars 18g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.