How to Make Chocolate Oat Snack Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate and oats are a classic pairing in the world of baking, and this Chocolate Oat Snack Cake is a delicious example of how well the two ingredients work together. This cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without being overly indulgent, making it the ideal treat for any time of day. Whether you need a mid-morning pick-me-up, an afternoon snack, or a dessert after dinner, this cake has got you covered.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups boiling water
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • ½ cup butter or margarine, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons baking cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (11.5 ounce) package milk chocolate chips, divided
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a bowl, combine water and oats; let stand for 10 minutes. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in oat mixture. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in 1 cup chips.
  • Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with walnuts and remaining chips. Bake at 350 degrees F for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.