Classic Lamingtons

Delight your taste buds with these **Classic Lamingtons**, the quintessential Australian treat that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe features moist squares of vanilla sponge cake, dipped in a rich chocolate icing, and coated with finely desiccated coconut for a texture that's both soft and satisfying. The secret to their irresistibly tender crumb lies in alternating layers of flour and milk for the batter, while the silky cocoa glaze ensures every bite is full of chocolatey decadence. With just 30 minutes of prep and a total bake time of 20 minutes, these lamingtons are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Serve them as an afternoon tea centerpiece, a party dessert, or a nostalgic snack to share with loved ones—this timeless recipe will never go out of style!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 16

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

Once cooled, cut the cake into 16 equal squares.

Step 8

In another bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Gradually stir in the boiling water to form a smooth icing.

Step 9

Place the desiccated coconut in a shallow dish.

Step 10

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.

Step 11

Set the finished lamingtons on a wire rack to set. Once set, they can be served or stored in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1172.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4310.7

Total Fat 227.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 175.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 501.5mg	0%
Sodium 716.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 595.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 70.7g	0%
Total Sugars 407.8g
Protein 59.1g	0%

Vitamin D 106.8IU	0%
Calcium 320.3mg	0%
Iron 28.2mg	0%
Potassium 2885.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 51.0%