Ma's Oatmeal Cake And Icing

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This recipe is a very old family recipe that came from my great grandmother who passed in 1988 at the age of 87. This a very heavy, moist cake. Hope you enjoy it as much as our family has for many years.

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Steps

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In a small bowl combine quick oats , margarine , and boiling water.

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Cover and allow margarine to melt , and mixture to cool a bit.

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Mix remaining cake ingredients and mix well.

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Spread into 9x13 greased and lightly floured cake pan.

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Bake at 350f for approximately 35 minutes or until done.

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For icing: mix icing ingredients until well blended.

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Spread over cooled cake and put under broiler until coconut browns.

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Ingredients

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boiling water, quick oats, margarine, brown sugar, flour, eggs, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, shredded coconut, vanilla, cream, nuts