Description
This Baked Oatmeal Cake is a wholesome and delicious treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Combining quick-cooking oats with brown sugar, nuts, and chocolate and butterscotch chips, it’s baked to a golden perfection that’s both hearty and satisfying. Almond milk and eggs keep it moist while the mix of coconut and optional hemp hearts add texture and nutrition. Easy to prepare and serve, it’s a crowd-pleaser suitable for any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups quick cooking oats
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup butterscotch chips
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 2 tablespoons hemp hearts (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups almond milk or dairy milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13×9 inch baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick cooking oats, packed brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir these ingredients together to ensure even distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk (or dairy milk), vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Stir well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the batter is uniform.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top evenly with a spatula to create a flat surface.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the sliced almonds, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and shredded coconut evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the oatmeal cake to cool in the baking dish for several minutes. Optionally, sprinkle hemp hearts on top before serving for an extra nutritional boost. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute dairy milk if preferred in place of almond milk.
- For a nut-free version, omit sliced almonds and hemp hearts.
- Feel free to add or swap in other types of chips or nuts based on taste.
- Ensure the baking dish is well greased to prevent sticking.
- Allowing the cake to cool slightly aids in easier slicing and better texture.
