Oatmeal Cream Pie Cake
This delightful cake combines soft oatmeal layers with a creamy filling, capturing the essence of classic oatmeal cream pies in an indulgent form.
Ingredients
Cake Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1.5 cups boiling water For soaking the oats
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar For the cream filling
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter For the cream filling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For the cream filling
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk Adjust for desired creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, combine the rolled oats and boiling water. Let sit for about 20 minutes to soften.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Blend in the softened oats until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cream Filling
- For the cream filling, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Mix in vanilla extract and powdered sugar, adjusting with milk until you reach your desired consistency.
Assembly
- Once cakes are completely cool, spread a generous layer of cream filling on top of one cake layer.
- Place the other layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream filling.
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Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. Consider adding spices, nuts, or chocolate chips for extra flavor. Store in the refrigerator for freshness.