LAZY DAISY OATMEAL CAKE

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Flavorful and Cozy: Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake Recipe (Your New Go-To Sweet Treat)

This Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake wraps old-fashioned comfort in a tender, moist crumb with a caramelized, nutty coconut topping. Although the batter comes together quickly, the oats soak briefly in boiling water, which builds plush texture and deep flavor. Then the frosting bubbles under the broiler until it turns toasty and crackly, creating a candy-bar finish you can tap with a spoon. It’s simple, nostalgic, and wonderfully shareable.

Because this cake bakes in a 9×13 pan, it’s perfect for potlucks and weeknights. Yet it still feels special. Every bite tastes like a hug, warm with cinnamon and a kiss of nutmeg. If you love vintage bakes that deliver maximum payoff with minimal fuss, Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake belongs in your rotation. Pair it with a fresh pot of coffee, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a quiet afternoon. Any moment becomes sweeter.
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Pro Tips for the Perfect Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake:

1. Soak for softness: Cover the oats with boiling water and let them sit the full 20 minutes. This quick soak unlocks plush, bakery-style moisture.
2. Cream for lift: Beat the butter and sugars until fluffy before adding eggs. Proper aeration gives your Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake a tender rise.
3. Don’t overmix the flour: Stir dry ingredients in just until combined. Overmixing develops gluten and can toughen the crumb.
4. Use a light-colored pan: Dark pans brown faster. A light 9×13 helps you avoid overbaking while keeping edges beautifully caramelized.
5. Broil with care: The frosting turns bubbly fast. Watch closely and rotate the pan if needed so the coconut toasts evenly without scorching.

Craving another lightly spiced classic after this cake? Check out the homestyle Cinnamon Zucchini Cake.

Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake Recipe:

• Preparation time: 25 minutes (includes oat soak)
• Cooking time: 60 minutes, plus 2–3 minutes to broil frosting
• Servings: 12–16
• Equipment: 9×13-inch pan, large mixing bowl, whisk or mixer, saucepan or kettle for boiling water, wire rack, oven with broiler

If you’d like a simple homemade bread to round out a cozy meal before dessert, this no-knead loaf is a winner: Easy Dutch Oven No-Knead Bread.

Ingredients:

Cake Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups boiling water
• 2 cups quick cooking oats
• 1 cup butter or margarine
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 cups brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 4 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsps. baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ tsps. cinnamon
• ½ tsp. nutmeg

Frosting Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons half and half (or evaporated milk)
• 1 cup chopped or broken walnuts (or pecans)
• 3 cups shredded or flaked sweetened coconut

Directions:

1. Heat and soak: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the boiling water over the oats, cover, and let stand for 20 minutes to soften and swell.
2. Cream the base: In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Slowly add the granulated sugar and brown sugar; beat until fluffy and light.
3. Build the batter: Blend in the vanilla and eggs, one at a time, mixing just until incorporated. Add the soaked oats with any remaining liquid and mix well until the mixture looks cohesive.
4. Add the dries: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add these dry ingredients to the oat mixture and mix gently just until combined.
5. Bake: Lightly spray or grease a 9×13-inch cake pan. Pour in the batter and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean with a few moist crumbs. Let the Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake cool on a wire rack until just warm.
6. Make the frosting: Stir together the melted butter, brown sugar, half-and-half (or evaporated milk), walnuts (or pecans), and coconut until evenly combined.
7. Broil to bubble: Spread the frosting over the warm cake. Place the pan under the broiler and heat just until the topping becomes bubbly and golden, 1–3 minutes. Watch constantly so it does not burn.
8. Serve: Let the topping set briefly, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature. The crumb stays moist, and the topping keeps its toasty crunch.

Looking for another creamy, fruit-forward classic to sit beside Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake on your dessert table? Try this lovely Peaches and Cream Cake.

Ready to Relish!

This cake tastes like home. The crumb is soft, the spices are gentle, and the coconut-walnut crown adds caramel chew with buttery depth. Moreover, it ages like a dream. The oats keep everything plush for days, so leftovers remain irresistible. Bring it to a block party, a school bake sale, or a quiet Sunday supper. It never disappoints.

If you want variety for your next gathering, bake Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake today and freeze individual slices for later. Then rotate them with other crowd-pleasers. For a no-bake option that still satisfies a sweet tooth, bookmark these No-Bake Preacher Cookies. And when you’re craving a creamy, classic pie to share the spotlight, this silky French Silk Pie with Graham Cracker Crust delivers pure decadence.

Finally, remember that simple techniques make the biggest difference. Soak the oats fully, cream the butter and sugars well, and watch the broiler like a hawk. Because you respected the details, your Lazy Daisy Oatmeal Cake will emerge tender, fragrant, and beautifully bronzed. Slice generously. Share freely. Then savor the smiles.

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