Gallagher Kitchen

Daisy Oatmeal Cake

Are you in the mood for a sweet and comforting treat? Look no further than this Daisy Oatmeal Cake recipe! This classic dessert is a staple of many family traditions, and with good reason - it's easy to make, deliciously moist, and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups boiling water
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions:

1. Let's stand for 20 minutes, then boil water and pour over oats.
2. Beat butter until creamy, then gradually add sugar. Beat until fluffy.
3. Add vanilla and eggs, stir in oats mixture.
4. Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients and pour into a 9x3 pan.
6. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.

Frosting:

• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons half-and-half
• 3/4 cup shredded coconut
• 1/3 cup chopped nuts

Combine all frosting ingredients and spread over baked cake. Broil until bubbly. For a heavier frosting, double the recipe.

Suggested Variations:

• Add a pinch of salt to bring out the flavors

• Use different types of sugar, such as turbinado or Demerara, for a unique texture

• Substitute chopped pecans or walnuts for the almonds

• Try using a flavored extract, such as almond or lemon, instead of vanilla

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