Baked Oatmeal Cake Comfort (Print)

Moist oat cake featuring warm spices and nuts, ideal for breakfast or a hearty snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 1 cup packed brown sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 cup milk
11 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
12 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Optional Add-ins

13 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
14 - 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries

# How to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square baking dish or line with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, packed brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Stir until batter is just combined.
05 - Gently fold in walnuts or pecans and raisins or dried cranberries, if using.
06 - Transfer batter into prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
07 - Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Allow cake to cool in dish for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry staples you probably already have
  • Comes together fast and bakes in one pan
  • Versatile with endless add-in options
  • Stays moist and tender for days
02 -
  • High in fiber and gives lasting energy
  • Perfect for meal prep make once enjoy all week
  • Easily customized for allergies and dietary needs
03 -
  • Toast the nuts before adding for extra flavor
  • Do not overmix the batter for a lighter crumb
  • A thin layer of oats and brown sugar on top adds rustic crunch
  • Try mixing all wet ingredients together first to ensure even distribution before adding to the dry bowl
  • Let everyone at the table personalize their slice with yogurt berries or a drizzle of syrup

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