Description
Sink your fork into the nostalgic richness of this Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake, the perfect treat for cozy evenings or casual gatherings. Made with pantry staples like oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and topped with a bubbling coconut glaze, it’s an easy recipe that tastes like it took hours. If you’re craving a dessert that checks the boxes for quick breakfast, easy dinner dessert, or even a satisfying sweet snack—this one’s for you. Whether you’re collecting breakfast ideas or browsing dinner ideas for a sweet finish, this easy recipe fits seamlessly into your food ideas list.
Ingredients
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups shredded coconut
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
1/4 cup evaporated milk
Instructions
1. Pour boiling water over oats and let sit for 20 minutes.
2. Mix soaked oats with sugars, butter, eggs, and vanilla.
3. Stir in flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
4. Pour batter into greased 9×13” pan. Bake at 350°F for 30–35 minutes.
5. In a saucepan, melt topping butter with brown sugar and evaporated milk. Stir in coconut.
6. Pour topping over hot cake.
7. Broil for 2–3 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Let the glaze bubble slightly under the broiler—don’t walk away!
Use fresh shredded coconut or unsweetened if you prefer a less sugary topping.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Lazy Day Oatmeal Cake, oatmeal dessert, coconut topping, old-fashioned cake, easy baking recipe