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Australian Lamington Cake

Cultural Context

Lamingtons are a beloved treat in Australia, believed to have originated in the late 19th century. Named after Lord Lamington, the Governor of Queensland, these sponge cakes are dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut, embodying a spirit of celebration and community. Today, they are enjoyed at parties, fundraisers, and as a delightful afternoon snack, with variations including different fillings and toppings.

AustralianAUdessert
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
3 eggs
125gm sugar
1 tsp vanilla essence
1/4 tsp salt
100gm oil
125gm all purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup icing sugar
1/4 cup dark cocoa powder
1 cup water
desiccated coconut

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while margarine is often more affordable.

dark chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark cocoa powder

💰Cheaper: milk chocolate

Cocoa powder reduces calories while milk chocolate is easier to find.

cake flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber, while all-purpose is commonly available.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: shredded coconut

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while shredded coconut is often less expensive.

1

Add 3 eggs in a bowl with 125gm of sugar, 1 tsp of vanilla essence, and 1/4 tsp of salt; beat until sugar dissolves.

2

Add 100gm of oil and mix well.

3

Sift in 125gm of all purpose flour and 1 tsp of baking powder; mix until combined.

4

Grease a 6 to 7-inch pan with oil or butter, line with butter paper, and add the cake batter.

5

Bake at 180 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.

6

Remove from the pan and cut into six pieces.

7

Prepare chocolate sauce by mixing 1/2 cup icing sugar, 1/4 cup dark cocoa powder, and 1 cup water in a pan; cook at low flame until thick.

8

Dip each cake piece in the chocolate sauce and coat with desiccated coconut.

Cooking Techniques

creamingbakingdippingcoating

Equipment Needed

mixing bowl6 to 7-inch pansaucepan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Lamingtons

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