Imagine a cake so effortlessly delicious that it transforms your lazy day into a culinary adventure! This Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake is not just a dessert; it's a warm, comforting embrace that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for those days when you want something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen, this recipe will become your new go-to treat that promises to surprise and delight your taste buds with its moist, tender crumb and subtle cinnamon warmth.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1 cup of rolled oats with 1 1/2 cups of boiling water. Stir well and let it sit for about 15 minutes to allow the oats to soften and absorb the water.
- While the oats are soaking, in a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1 cup of vegetable oil. Mix them together until well blended.
- Add 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the sugar and oil mixture. Beat the ingredients together until they are smooth and fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. This will ensure that the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Once the oats have soaked, add them to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake plain, or top it with your favorite frosting or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Tips
- Use room temperature eggs for better batter integration and smoother mixing.
- When soaking oats, ensure the water is truly boiling to help them soften properly.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to a tough, dense cake. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, you can substitute some of the vegetable oil with applesauce.
- Test cake doneness by inserting a toothpick - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent the topping from melting.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days to maintain its freshness.
- For a gourmet touch, consider adding chopped nuts or a cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg
