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    0 Jan 13, 2011 Dessert  |   Jump to Recipe

    $100 Giveaway and an Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake

    Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake

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    So I’ve decided to kick off 2011 with this amazing recipe for Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake and a $100 Williams-Sonoma gift card giveaway.  Williams-Sonoma is such a wonderful resource for high quality cooking tools, cookbooks and food items.  Over the years, the many gadgets I’ve purchased from WS (including the mixer used to make this cake) have helped me achieve better results in the kitchen.  I am hoping that this giveaway will do the same for one lucky winner!  Continue reading for a recipe.

    You can enter to win at any point between January 13, 2010 and February 4, 2010.  A winner will be selected at random on Saturday, February 5, 2010.  Please note that the Williams-Sonoma gift card can only be used in the United States and Puerto Rico.  Good luck to all who enter and thank you so much for participating.  This is going to be exciting!!!  And now on to the recipe…

    Chocolate Chips

    I am only going to give this cake a brief introduction because to be honest, it’s just unreal.  The cake is moist and full of mouthwatering flavor and texture.  The frosting is TDF (to die for).

    Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake

    Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake

    Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake

    by Brandon Matzek
    Adapted from Baked Explorations.
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    Servings 1 cake

    Ingredients
      

    For the cake:

    • 8 oz. chocolate chips (I used 4 oz. semi sweet and 4 oz. bittersweet)
    • ½ teaspoon rum, bourbon, Scotch, or your liquor of choice
    • 1 ½ cups plus 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
    • 1 cup rolled oats, old fashioned, not instant
    • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, cut into cubes, room temperature
    • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 ¼ cups firmly packed dark brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon fine grain sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon

    For the frosting:

    • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
    • 5 ½ oz. cream cheese, room temperature
    • 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
    • ¾ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Bring a kettle full of water to a boil. You will need 1 ¼ cups of boiling water to soak the oats.
    • In a small bowl, toss chocolate chips with rum. Each chip should be coated and glistening. Sprinkle the chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons flour and toss until coated. This will keep the chocolate chips from sinking to the bottom during baking. Set aside.
    • Add rolled outs and cubed butter to a large bowl. Measure out 1 ¼ cups of boiling water and pour over oats and butter. Gentle stir to moisten the oats and melt the butter. Set aside for 25 minutes.
    • While the oats are soaking, preheat your oven to 375°F and place a rack in the center of the oven. Butter a 9 by 13 baking dish and set aside.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, salt, baking soda, baking powder and cinnamon until combined. Add the oatmeal butter mixture and stir until well combined. Add the remaining flour and gently fold in. Be careful not to overmix here. Once the flour is completely incorporated, fold in the chocolate chips. Carefully pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
    • Bake for 35 - 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
    • Let the cake cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes.
    • While the cake is cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix butter on medium speed until smooth. Add the softened cream cheese and mix on medium until combined.
    • Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract and mix for a few seconds on low. Increase the speed to medium and beat until smooth (about 1 to 2 minutes). Transfer the frosting to a smaller bowl, cover and refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
    • To assemble the cake, simply spread the frosting over the cooled cake in an even layer. You can chill the cake for 15 minutes to let the frosting set; however, I couldn't wait that long and sliced a piece immediately.
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    Categories: Dessert Tags: baking powder, baking soda, brown sugar, butter, chocolate chips, cinnamon, cream cheese, eggs, flour, oats, powdered sugar, rum, sea salt, sugar, vanilla

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    Comments

    1. Rachel says

      January 13, 2011 at 3:53 pm

      Mmm, I love just about anything with cream cheese
      frosting!

      Reply
    2. Ashley says

      January 13, 2011 at 3:58 pm

      Oh my goodness, that cake looks incredible! I think I’ll
      whip that up this weekend for Sunday brunch — thank you so much!
      =) And I just subscribed for an email newsletter, I can’t wait
      ([email protected])!

      Reply
    3. Kita says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:09 pm

      I just made this cake the other day and both enjoy it and am confused by it. Its almost as though I just didn’t know what to expect from it. I enjoyed it a lot, just surprised by it. 🙂

      Reply
    4. R. Weller says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:15 pm

      YUM!

      Reply
    5. Stephanie Carlson says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:16 pm

      Hi Brandon, Your photography is beautiful! Thank you for
      providing so many yummy recipes. I look forward to each post.
      -Stephanie

      Reply
    6. Rosemary @ Sprigs of Rosemary says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:18 pm

      You’ve convinced me! I have an oatmeal cake that I like very much, one of my favorites. But it doesn’t have bourbon or chocolate chips. Does have dates and nuts. Couldn’t hurt, could it?

      Reply
    7. Tan says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:38 pm

      I subscribed under [email protected].
      Cheers!

      Reply
    8. Kimmie says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:47 pm

      I subscribed! What an amazing cake to compliment such a
      lovely giveaway!

      Reply
    9. Coco @ Opera Girl Cooks says

      January 13, 2011 at 4:49 pm

      What a great giveaway! I adore Williams-Sonoma — I’m
      pretty sure $100 would disappear in a flash. Signed up for your
      recipes, thanks for running this contest!

      Reply
    10. Happy When Not Hungry says

      January 13, 2011 at 5:09 pm

      I signed up for your blog! Excited for the giveaway too!

      Reply
    11. Kate @ Diethood.com says

      January 13, 2011 at 5:15 pm

      Oh my that IS the best cake! Mouth watering…yummmmmy…great job!

      Just signed up!

      Reply
    12. meeyeehere aka Rachel Crisman says

      January 13, 2011 at 6:28 pm

      I am a new subscriber! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I want
      to try this recipe,looks so fabulous
      [email protected]

      Reply
    13. Jennifer says

      January 13, 2011 at 6:44 pm

      I love oatmeal chocolate chip cookies, so this is right up
      my alley!

      Reply
    14. Fight the Fat Foodie says

      January 13, 2011 at 6:45 pm

      Cake looks wonderful and I signed up for your email. i know exactly what I would do with the gift card!

      Reply
    15. Aubrey says

      January 13, 2011 at 6:47 pm

      Thanks for the chance to win. I subscribed under
      [email protected] 🙂

      Reply
    16. Pat R says

      January 13, 2011 at 7:53 pm

      Cream cheese frosting makes anything better………the
      cake looks spectacular! Gotta try it today.

      Reply
    17. Lauren says

      January 13, 2011 at 7:59 pm

      Hello from a fellow Gburg alum who has been following your
      cooking exploits! This recipe looks divine! I can’t wait to try it.
      Thanks Brandon

      Reply
    18. Tanya says

      January 13, 2011 at 8:13 pm

      I am already a subscriber. I was just looking for an
      oatmeal cake recipe, think I will add some bananas and give this
      one a try…

      Reply
    19. leslie says

      January 13, 2011 at 8:52 pm

      Looks delicious!!

      Reply
    20. The Chocolate Priestess says

      January 13, 2011 at 10:44 pm

      That’s a very impressive giveaway for your first one. How did you manage to get that? Oh, nice recipe as well.

      Reply
    21. Cheryl W. says

      January 13, 2011 at 11:56 pm

      I am now subscribing via email. Thank you so much for the
      opportunity to enter. dizzybloom(at)gmail(dot)com

      Reply
    22. Tiffany says

      January 14, 2011 at 1:19 am

      This looks great! I would DEFINITELY choose Scotch as my liquor of choice 😀

      Reply
    23. Mike Quickel says

      January 14, 2011 at 2:06 am

      Your recipes all look fantastic bro! But seriously, only
      1/2 tsp of liquor?!?!? Looking forward to trying this one
      soon!

      Reply
    24. Michele P. says

      January 14, 2011 at 2:11 am

      subscribed and confirmed 🙂 My birthday is Saturday and I
      was looking for a different

      Reply
    25. Susan says

      January 14, 2011 at 2:21 am

      I love desserts that give a new twist on classics. Can’t
      wait to try this cake! Oh, and I’ve subscribed! 🙂

      Reply
    26. Brian Palmer says

      January 13, 2011 at 7:14 pm

      Signed up, love the site!

      Reply
    27. susitravl says

      January 14, 2011 at 5:08 am

      email subscriber!!

      Reply
    28. Tom says

      January 14, 2011 at 6:00 am

      I can’t wait too try this cake. Looks like it would taste
      great. Wonderful idea for the giveaway too. Keep sharing the great
      recipes and Kitchen Konfidence… 😉

      Reply
    29. Felice says

      January 14, 2011 at 7:12 am

      Your cake looks wonderful, especially the frosting. I signed up via email.
      http://allthatsleftarethecrumbs.blogspot.com/

      Reply
    30. Felice - All That's Left Are The Crumbs says

      January 14, 2011 at 7:48 am

      Wonderful giveaway! Williams-Sonoma is one of my favorite
      stores. It is such a nice feeling just walking through the door.
      Great looking cake too.

      Reply
    31. Kara Munoz says

      January 14, 2011 at 7:48 am

      you never asked for the mailing address ot send the cake
      to? Hmmm… hehe

      Reply
    32. Suchitra says

      January 14, 2011 at 8:37 am

      looks heavenly- loved the recipe!

      Reply
    33. Becky says

      January 14, 2011 at 12:06 pm

      What a great cake, with simple ingredients that I already have in my pantry! I’m bookmarking this one! I just signed up for the e-mail:)

      Reply
    34. briarrose says

      January 14, 2011 at 2:36 pm

      Man that looks good. Oatmeal and chocolate chips….I’m in! 🙂

      Reply
    35. Sharon says

      January 14, 2011 at 3:08 pm

      Confirmed email subscription — I’m in!

      Reply
    36. Rachel says

      January 14, 2011 at 3:18 pm

      I’m a subscriber! I love your blog and I love my Williams Sonoma gadgets too! 🙂 This cake looks yummy! It’s one of my favorite cookies…I bet it’s makes for an anazing cake too!

      Reply
    37. Lara says

      January 14, 2011 at 6:11 pm

      I subscribed! That recipe looks amazing!

      Reply
    38. Steve LeVine says

      January 14, 2011 at 7:48 pm

      You had me at “chocolate chip”… Starting to think (more
      like limit myself!) about what I’ll be spending that $100 WS gift
      card on.

      Reply
    39. Elise Spontarelli says

      January 14, 2011 at 8:59 pm

      Fun! Found your blog via your link in the comments at The
      Kitchn and subscribed 🙂

      Reply
    40. Kimberly says

      January 14, 2011 at 9:52 pm

      Thanks for the opportunity to win such a great prize. I’ve
      been scrolling through your archives and I’ve seen lots of tempting
      recipes so far. I’m happy to add your blog to my regular online
      haunts. 🙂

      Reply
    41. Sarah says

      January 14, 2011 at 9:59 pm

      I just subscribed 🙂 and signed up to follow you on Google
      Reader (the only way I ever get around to reading blogs)! I’m
      excited to see more from you 🙂

      Reply
    42. maria says

      January 14, 2011 at 10:30 pm

      That cake looks delicious

      Reply
    43. Brandon Matzek says

      January 14, 2011 at 11:02 pm

      @Rachel Agreed. Moving forward, this is going to be my go to recipe for cream cheese frosting. The ratios are spot on.

      @Kita Yeah I was surprised as well. Surprised about how unbelievably delicious this cake is!! The smell while cooking is almost intoxicating and the taste gave me chills (I know I’m a dork, but it really did happen). What’s shocking is that there are no crazy ingredients. Spectacular results with everyday items.

      @Rosemary Nuts would be a wonderful addition. I’m partial to walnuts.

      @Fight the Fat Foodie What would you get?

      @Lauren So glad you are enjoying my site! I love hearing from fellow alums 🙂

      @The Chocolate Priestess Thanks! This prize is actually coming out of my own pocket 🙂 Not donated by WS. I’ve enjoyed the many months of interacting with you all and I wanted to host this giveaway to say thank you!

      @Quickel Yo dude! Good to hear from you. Let me know how that cake turns out. Feel free to take shots while eating it to bump up the alcoholic experience 😉

      @Felice I love walking through the doors of WS as well. So comforting. The only thing more comforting is walking through the doors of west elm or a perhaps a simmer pot of homemade tomato sauce (Grandma’s recipe)!

      @Kara HA!!! One of my friends asked me that question when he saw the article. He said “how are you planning on shipping the cake?” HA! So just to clarify… I will not be giving away an Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake 😉

      @Sarah Seriously. I wouldn’t be able to keep up on all of the website I read without the help of Google Reader. I actually don’t know how I previously lived without it.

      @everyone else Thank you so much for the beautiful comments and participation.

      Reply
    44. Cathy R says

      January 14, 2011 at 11:51 pm

      Cake looks delicious!

      Reply
    45. The Poet Herself says

      January 15, 2011 at 12:57 am

      Ooooh…a cake with rum. Sounds good to me! 🙂 Found you
      through Twitter (thanks, BTW!) and subscribed. 🙂

      Reply
    46. Anne says

      January 15, 2011 at 1:39 am

      Happy to have stumbled upon on you!

      Reply
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      January 15, 2011 at 4:27 am

      I love that cookbook! I haven’t tried this recipe yet, but
      sure will now! Also, I just subscribed for the email newsletter,
      exciting! ([email protected]) Best, Katie

      Reply
    48. Lola says

      January 15, 2011 at 5:53 am

      Subscribed 🙂 This cake sounds amazing!

      Reply
    49. Sarah says

      January 15, 2011 at 5:54 am

      Yum! This cake looks delicious!

      Reply
    50. [email protected] of SUgar Free says

      January 14, 2011 at 10:29 pm

      Thanks for the giveaway!!!

      Recipes like this make me want to eat sugar again!

      Reply
    51. Carol says

      January 14, 2011 at 10:34 pm

      Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cake sounds fantastic!

      Reply
    52. Ashley says

      January 15, 2011 at 8:01 am

      Any dessert with rum sounds like a great idea to
      me!

      Reply
    53. Nancy Gu says

      January 15, 2011 at 12:28 am

      subcribed to the email list! 🙂

      Reply
    54. Michael says

      January 15, 2011 at 8:34 am

      Subscribed, but barely got past the recipe… oh
      man…

      Reply
    55. Alicia says

      January 15, 2011 at 3:01 pm

      Subscribed!

      This recipe looks pretty tasty. 🙂

      Reply
    56. Tomi says

      January 15, 2011 at 6:40 pm

      What a great way to kick off the new year.

      Reply
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      January 15, 2011 at 7:09 pm

      Interesting combo. I’d like to try it!

      Reply
    58. Gennie says

      January 15, 2011 at 10:01 pm

      Subscribed! That cake looks sooo good. Maybe I can have my birthday weekly to have an excuse to bake it?

      Reply
    59. Kally says

      January 15, 2011 at 11:42 pm

      I just subscribed! I can’t wait to hear more! This cake looks amazing!!!!! I currently have about a quarter of the WS Cloche Cafe cake left in my fridge, I think I might tackle this oatmeal cake next! Thank you for the recipe AND the offer of the giveaway! I LOVE WS!!!!!!

      Reply
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      Yum! Just subscribed to your newsletter as emily-at-kauaiwatercolors-dot-com !

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      January 16, 2011 at 8:04 am

      This sounds amazing! Just found you through the Kitchn’s comments! Hope you will check out my blog too!

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      Just subscribed! I’m new to your site, and also fairly new
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      January 17, 2011 at 4:16 am

      Man, I could spend that 100 times over!

      Reply
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      January 17, 2011 at 6:59 pm

      That looks yummy!

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      I : kid :: Williams-Sonoma : candy store Thanks for the
      giveaway and the tasty recipes!

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      January 18, 2011 at 3:13 pm

      I signed up! And this looks delicious!

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      subscribed. Looks good!

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      Ooops…I meant “Kitchen Konfidence” 😉

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      I absolutely love it when I find the most amazing blogs,
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      January 19, 2011 at 3:17 pm

      I signed up, thanks so much for the chance!

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      Nice blog.

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      January 19, 2011 at 10:36 pm

      I signed up for the Kitchen Konfidence weekly recipe
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      January 20, 2011 at 5:55 pm

      I’m now a subscriber (hornedfroggy AT gmail DOT com) –
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      January 20, 2011 at 7:54 pm

      Cake looks uh-may-zing. I subscribed via email! amahnke (at) gmail (dot) com. 🙂

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      January 20, 2011 at 11:51 pm

      You have some fantastic recipes. Thank you for doing this.

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      January 21, 2011 at 10:46 am

      I subscribed to your weekly emails. I love any baked item with oatmeal because it makes me feel less guilty eating it!

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      January 23, 2011 at 9:23 pm

      that food looks so good – I subscribed!

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    79. Patricia says

      January 27, 2011 at 8:52 pm

      I am already a subscriber. Thanks for the recipe . . . with the oatmeal in it, I’m thinking it must be good for me. Sounds delish!

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      January 27, 2011 at 8:41 pm

      looks delicious!

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      @Christiana Haha, thanks!! Well I am glad you decided to click on my Facebook link 🙂 Stay in touch!

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    86. The Bird Cage says

      March 6, 2011 at 1:34 pm

      I’m just making this. it hasn’t come out of the oven yet and I can already tell it’ll be perfect.

      thanks for sharing this great recipe!

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      Please enter me in the drawing, and keep up the great recipes!!! Thank you.

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