Classic Lamingtons
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Classic Lamingtons—a true Australian favorite that’s as fun to make as it is to eat! These tender vanilla sponge cake squares are baked to perfection, then coated in a rich, velvety chocolate icing and rolled in fluffy desiccated coconut for the ultimate bite-sized treat. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a decadent dessert, this easy recipe combines humble ingredients like butter, cocoa powder, and milk to create something truly special. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple step-by-step instructions, you'll have 16 perfectly portioned lamingtons ready to impress family and friends. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a nostalgic snack, these lamingtons bring a touch of classic charm to any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 whole large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup boiling water
- 2 cups desiccated coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch square baking pan. Line the pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, cut the cake into 16 equal squares.
In another bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Gradually stir in the boiling water to form a smooth icing.
Place the desiccated coconut in a shallow dish.
Working one at a time, dip the cake squares into the chocolate icing, covering all sides. Allow the excess icing to drip off before rolling the squares in the desiccated coconut.
Set the finished lamingtons on a wire rack to set. Once set, they can be served or stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.5 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 175.5 g | 878% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 502 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 595.0 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 70.7 g | 252% | |
| Total Sugars | 407.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.1 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 2885 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
