Ingredients
1 cup old-fashioned oats1-1/2 cups boiling water1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar2 large eggs1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltTOPPING:2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon butter, melted1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut3/4 cup chopped walnuts6 tablespoons half-and-half cream1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the oats and boiling water. Let stand for 15 minutes or until cooled.
In another large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the oat mixture; mix well. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well.
Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Combine the topping ingredients; spoon over top of warm cake; broil about 4 in. from heat for 3-4 minutes, or until top is lightly browned.
