Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cake
This Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cake is a timeless dessert, often called “Lazy Daisy Cake.” It’s known for its moist, dense crumb—achieved by soaking the oats in boiling water before mixing—and its irresistible caramelized coconut topping. The contrast between the warm, spiced cinnamon cake and the bubbly, golden “frosting” makes it perfect for potlucks or cozy Sunday dinners.
Ingredients
For the Cake
Ingredient Amount
Quick oats 1 cup
Boiling water 1 ¼ cup
Unsalted butter ½ cup
White sugar 1 cup
Light brown sugar 1 cup
All-purpose flour 1 ⅓ cups
Large eggs 3
Baking soda 1 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Cinnamon 1 tsp
Vanilla extract 1 tsp
For the Topping
Ingredient Amount
Light brown sugar 1 cup
Shredded coconut 1 cup
Half & half ½ cup
Butter 4 tbsp
Instructions
