Classic Australian Lamingtons

Classic Australian Lamingtons : A timeless Aussie treat featuring light sponge cake dipped in chocolate glaze and rolled in coconut—perfect with tea or as a party dessert!

Ingredients

(Makes ~16 squares)

Sponge Cake

• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp butter, melted

Chocolate Icing

• ¼ cup (25g) cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
• 3 tbsp boiling water (adjust as needed)
• ½ tsp butter, melted

Coating

• 2 cups (200g) desiccated coconut

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Bake the Sponge Cake

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch square pan and line with parchment.
2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla with a mixer for 5-10 mins until thick and pale.
4. Gently fold in dry ingredients, then melted butter.
5. Bake 20-25 mins until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.

2. Make the Chocolate Icing

• In a bowl, whisk cocoa, powdered sugar, melted butter, and boiling water until smooth. (Add more water if too thick.)

3. Assemble Lamingtons

1. Cut cake into 2-inch squares.
2. Dip each square in chocolate icing (use forks to coat evenly).
3. Roll in coconut, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Set on a wire rack to dry (~1 hour).

Pro Tips

Fluffier Cake: Ensure eggs are whipped until ribbon-like (mixture should hold its shape).
Neater Coating: Chill cake squares 30 mins before dipping.
Variations:

• Jam-Filled: Sandwich squares with raspberry jam before coating.
• White Chocolate: Replace cocoa with melted white chocolate.

Serving Suggestions

With Tea: Pair with Earl Grey or chai.
Party Trick: Skewer with toothpicks for easy serving.
Special Touch: Drizzle with extra chocolate.

Why You’ll Love These

Light & Airy – The sponge melts in your mouth.
Fun to Make – Great for baking with kids.
Travel-Friendly – Stays fresh for days!

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A timeless Aussie treat featuring light sponge cake dipped in chocolate glaze and rolled in coconut—perfect with tea or as a party dessert!

 

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Ingredients

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For the Sponge Cake:
1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

4 eggs

1 cup (200g) granulated sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Chocolate Icing:
1/4 cup (25g) cocoa powder

1 1/2 cups (180g) icing sugar

3 tablespoons boiling water (adjust as needed)

1/2 teaspoon butter, melted

Additional:
2 cups (200g) desiccated coconut for coating

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pan:

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch square cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Make the Sponge Cake:

Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Set aside.

In a large bowl, beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and almost doubled in volume. This might take about 5-10 minutes.

Gently fold in the sifted dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to deflate the batter.

Carefully fold in the melted butter.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Chocolate Icing:

Sift the cocoa powder and icing sugar into a bowl.

Add the melted butter and boiling water. Stir until smooth, adding more water if necessary to achieve a thin, dipping consistency.

Assemble the Lamingtons:

Cut the sponge cake into 2-inch squares.

Place the desiccated coconut in a shallow bowl.

Dip each square of cake into the chocolate icing, ensuring it’s fully coated.

Roll the coated cake in the coconut, making sure all sides are covered.

Place the lamingtons on a wire rack to set.

Serving:

Once the icing has set, the lamingtons are ready to be served.

Enjoy your homemade lamingtons as a delightful dessert or a sweet treat with your afternoon tea or coffee!