Grandma’s oatmeal cake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x13'' pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

Add the oatmeal and butter to a bowl and pour boiling water on top. Set aside.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl combine the eggs, brown sugar, and white sugar and mix well.

Step 4

In a separate bowl sift together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 5

Add to the bowl with eggs and sugars and stir to combine. 

Step 6

Add the oatmeal mixture and stir to combine. 

Step 7

Bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

While the cake is baking, make the topping by combining all the ingredients in a bowl.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and turn the oven to high broil. 

Step 10

Spread the topping evenly over the warm cake and place under the broiler for 2-4 minutes or until the coconut is golden brown.