Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Australian Lamingtons—a classic treat featuring fluffy sponge cake enveloped in rich chocolate icing and rolled in desiccated coconut. Ideal for any occasion, these sweet squares are sure to impress family and friends. Experience the perfect combination of textures and flavors that will transport you back to cherished moments spent in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 cup desiccated coconut (unsweetened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in milk until combined. Fold in dry ingredients gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- For the icing, mix cocoa powder with powdered sugar and gradually add hot water until smooth.
- Dip cooled sponge squares into the icing and roll in desiccated coconut to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lamington (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg