Description
Classic Lamingtons are not just any dessert; they are a nostalgic journey back to sunny afternoons filled with laughter and the sweet aroma of baked treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups self-raising flour
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups desiccated coconut
- 200g dark chocolate, chopped
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Start by prepping your baking tin. Grease the sides and bottom, then line it with parchment paper. This ensures that your cake won’t stick after baking, allowing for a smooth removal process. Proper preparation is key for achieving the perfect lamingtons!
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-raising flour and caster sugar. This step aerates the flour, making your sponge light and fluffy. Make sure to mix thoroughly to avoid any clumps, setting a strong foundation for your cake.
- Add the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the mixture until it becomes smooth and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes. You want to incorporate enough air into the batter to ensure a good rise during baking.
- Pour your batter into the prepared baking tin, spreading it out evenly. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, let it cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cake has cooled completely, carefully use a sharp knife to cut it into 16 even squares. Try to make them uniform in size for an appealing presentation. Setting up a neat station to roll the squares will make the next step much easier.
- To create the rich chocolate coating, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl along with the vegetable oil and water. Heat it in short bursts, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and glossy. This mixture should be slightly warm to ensure easy dipping.
- Now for the fun part—dipping! Take each square of sponge and dip it into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s well coated. Follow this by rolling it in the desiccated coconut until fully covered. Place them on a wire rack and allow them to set. Repeat this with each piece until all lamingtons are coated.
Notes
Store leftover lamingtons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal per piece
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Protein: 3 g