Ma S Oatmeal Cake And Icing Recipe

Ingredients for Ma S Oatmeal Cake And Icing

• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1 cup quick-cooking oats
• 2 1/2 cups (5 sticks) margarine (1/2 cup melted, 2 cups softened)
• Brown Sugar
• Flour
• Eggs
• Salt
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Baking Soda
• Shredded Coconut
• Vanilla
• Cream
• Nuts

How to Make Ma S Oatmeal Cake And Icing

1. In a small bowl, combine 1 cup quick-cooking oats, 1/2 cup (1 stick) melted margarine, and 1/2 cup boiling water.
2. Cover and let stand for 5-10 minutes, until the margarine is melted and the mixture has cooled slightly.
3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine and 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1 cup buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
6. Gently stir in the cooled oat mixture.
7. Pour batter into a greased and lightly floured 9x13 inch baking pan.
8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. **For the Icing:** In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened margarine and 2 cups powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut and 2-4 tablespoons milk until desired consistency is reached.
10. Spread icing evenly over the cooled cake.
11. Place the cake under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until the coconut is lightly browned. (Keep a close eye to prevent burning!)