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Oatmeal Cake
### For the Topping:
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* ½ cup unsalted butter
* ⅔ cup brown sugar
* 2 tbsp milk or cream
* 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
* ½ cup chopped pecans
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## 👩🍳 Directions
### Step 1: Soak the Oats
In a bowl, pour the boiling water over the oats. Let sit for **20 minutes** to absorb and soften.
### Step 2: Make the Batter
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
Add the soaked oats and stir to combine.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
### Step 3: Bake
Bake for **35–40 minutes**, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
### Step 4: Prepare the Topping
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While the cake bakes, combine all topping ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until melted and smooth.
### Step 5: Broil the Topping
When the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and **immediately spread the topping** evenly over the hot cake.
Place the cake under the broiler for **2–3 minutes**, watching carefully until the topping is bubbly and golden. Do not walk away—it can burn quickly!
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## 🍽 Serving Suggestions
* Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
* Store leftovers in an airtight container — it gets even better the next day.
* Great as a breakfast cake or with coffee.
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## 🧡 Why You’ll Love It
* **Moist and hearty** thanks to the oats
* **Sweet and nutty** topping adds amazing texture
* **No frosting needed** — it’s all in the topping!
* Comes together with **basic pantry ingredients**
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## Final Thoughts
Oatmeal Cake is proof that you don’t need fancy ingredients or elaborate steps to make something truly comforting and crowd-pleasing. One slice, and you’ll understand why this cake has stood the test of time.
So go ahead, pour a cup of coffee, cut a generous slice, and savor the kind of dessert that feels like a warm hug.
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Want a printable version or tips for making it gluten-free? Just let me know!
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